Shower device

Abstract

The utility model provides shower equipment which can be switched to a heat preservation mode without cutting off water flow, so that a user can conveniently keep the body temperature in the shower process, and the shower experience is improved. The shower apparatus includes a first shower head, a second shower head, and a flow path switching apparatus. The first shower head is mounted on the first side wall of the shower room; the second shower head is mounted on a second side wall of the shower room, and the first shower head and the second shower head can provide shower water for a user at a specified position in the shower room from different directions; the flow path switching device communicates with both the first shower head and the second shower head and has a plurality of water supply modes. The plurality of water supply modes comprise a drip washing mode and a heat preservation mode, and in the drip washing mode, the flow path switching equipment supplies hot water to the first shower head; in the heat preservation mode, the flow path switching device supplies hot water to the second shower head. The flow path switching device can be switched from the drip washing mode to the heat preservation mode in the mode that water flow is not turned off.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of shower equipment, specifically a shower device. Background Technology

[0002] When showering in winter or in low temperatures, the user's body heat gradually dissipates when the hot water shower head is turned off, causing them to feel cold and uncomfortable. Furthermore, during showering, the shower head is frequently turned on and off to care for the body or hair, resulting in fluctuating water temperatures. Turning the shower head back on to release cold water wastes water and negatively impacts the showering experience.

[0003] For example, when washing your hair, you need to apply shampoo to your head. To avoid water rinsing your head and to save water, users usually turn off the water flow. However, this can lead to heat loss and unstable water temperature when the water is turned back on. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the above problems, this utility model provides a shower device that can solve the problems of water flow interruption or cooling and user body heat loss caused by users frequently switching the shower head on and off during showering.

[0005] This utility model provides a shower device, including a first shower head, a second shower head, and a flow path switching device. The first shower head is installed on a first side wall of the shower enclosure; the second shower head is installed on a second side wall of the shower enclosure. The first and second shower heads can supply shower water to a user at a designated location within the shower enclosure from different directions. The flow path switching device is connected to both the first and second shower heads and has multiple water supply modes. These modes include a shower mode and a heat preservation mode. In shower mode, the flow path switching device supplies hot water to the first shower head; in heat preservation mode, it supplies hot water to the second shower head. The flow path switching device is configured to switch between shower mode and heat preservation mode without interrupting the water flow.

[0006] By using the above methods, the water flow can be switched to the heat preservation mode without turning it off. This avoids frequent switching of the shower head, which can cause water flow interruptions or unstable water temperature, helping users maintain body temperature and improving the showering experience. Additionally, having two shower heads with different water outlet directions allows for simultaneous washing of the body from different directions, improving washing efficiency and saving time and effort.

[0007] Optionally, the second shower head is mounted on an adjustable bracket. This allows the tilt angle of the second shower head to be adjusted, enabling users to customize the water flow angle as needed, further enhancing the showering experience.

[0008] Optionally, the second shower head can be mounted and removed from an adjustable bracket. This facilitates the installation and removal of the second shower head and makes maintenance easier.

[0009] Optionally, the shower equipment includes a shower equipment bracket fixed to a first side wall, and a first shower head including a top shower head fixed to the shower equipment bracket, and / or a handheld shower head detachable from the shower equipment bracket. In this way, the top shower head facilitates full-body washing, while the handheld shower head allows users to wash specific parts of their body as needed.

[0010] Optionally, the shower mode includes a first shower mode and a second shower mode. In the first shower mode, the flow path switching device supplies hot water only to the first shower head. In the second shower mode, the flow path switching device supplies hot water to both the first and second shower heads simultaneously. The flow path switching device is configured to: switch from the first shower mode to the heat preservation mode without shutting off the water flow; and switch between the heat preservation mode and the second shower mode without shutting off the water flow.

[0011] In this way, users can switch the water source from the first shower head to the second shower head when washing their hair or taking care of their body. The second shower head can maintain the water temperature, which helps users maintain their body temperature. When users need to wash their upper body, they can switch the water source from the second shower head back to the first shower head, or the first and second shower heads can supply water simultaneously. This helps users maintain their body temperature while increasing the water flow and rinsing from different angles, thus improving the cleaning power and efficiency of the shower.

[0012] Optionally, the flow path switching device includes a knob control that switches the flow path by rotating in a circular motion. The knob control has different settings along its circumferential direction corresponding to the first rinsing mode, the heat preservation mode, and the second rinsing mode. This allows users to easily switch between different modes.

[0013] Optionally, the rated flow rate of the second shower head is less than that of the first shower head. This method ensures the user's body temperature is maintained while conserving water resources.

[0014] Optionally, an infrared temperature sensor is also included, which is positioned facing a designated location. Through these methods, the user's body temperature can be detected in real time during showering, making the user's overall body temperature visible and allowing the user to control the flow path and switch devices based on their body temperature, thus improving the user experience.

[0015] Optionally, the height of the second shower head relative to the target spray range of the user at the designated position is less than 1.2m. This allows for convenient showering and cleaning of specific areas of the user's body, while also accommodating the showering needs of customers of different heights.

[0016] Optionally, the second shower head can be installed at a height of less than 1.2m. These methods reduce the difficulty of adjusting the shower head height and installing it, making it easier for users to enjoy a shower. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a shower device in the prior art.

[0018] Figure 2 This is a first structural schematic diagram of the shower room in an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0019] Figure 3 This is a front view of the flow path switching device in the embodiment of this utility model.

[0020] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the second structure of the shower room in this embodiment of the present invention.

[0021] Figure label:

[0022] 100. Shower equipment; 110. Bracket; 120. Shower head; 121. Overhead shower head; 122. Handheld shower head; 123. Bottom shower head; 130. Flow path switching device;

[0023] 200. Shower room; 210. First side wall; 211. Shower equipment bracket; 220. Second side wall; 230. Third side wall; 240. First shower head; 241. Top shower head; 242. Hand shower head; 250. Second shower head; 251. Adjustable tilt bracket; 260. Flow path switching device; 261. Knob control; 262. Indicator; 263. Marker. Detailed Implementation

[0024] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0025] <100 Shower Devices in the Prior Art>

[0026] To facilitate understanding of the technical solution of this utility model, the shower device 100 in the prior art will be described in detail below.

[0027] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a shower device 100 in the prior art. (Reference) Figure 1 A bracket 110 is installed on the side wall (i.e., solid wall) of the shower room. Three shower heads 120 are mounted on the bracket 110 from top to bottom: a top shower head 121, a handheld shower head 122, and a bottom shower head 123. The top shower head 121 is the highest of the three shower heads 120 and is used for rinsing and cleaning the user's entire body. The handheld shower head 122 is in the middle position, allowing the user to clean specific areas of the body, or it can be fixed to the side wall via the bracket 110 for cleaning the user's upper body. The top shower head 121 and the handheld shower head 122 are connected to a flow path switching device 130 via the bracket 110. The bottom shower head 123 is directly connected to the flow path switching device 130 and is used for running cold water before showering or for other washing purposes. The flow path switching device 130 ensures that only one shower head 120 is spraying water at a time.

[0028] Before starting the shower, the user opens the bottom shower head 123 via the flow path switching device 130 to drain the cold water until hot water flows out. The flow path switching device 130 then switches the shower water flow from the top shower head 121 or the handheld shower head 122 to begin cleaning the body. During the shower, the user has two control options for washing hair or grooming the upper body.

[0029] The first method involves the user controlling the flow path switching device 130 to shut off all three shower heads 120. This method is not conducive to maintaining the user's body temperature. Furthermore, when the user controls the flow path switching device 130 to turn on the top shower head 121 or the handheld shower head 122 after applying shampoo or washing their hair, the water flowing from the shower head 120 will be cold or at a low temperature, causing the user to feel cold and uncomfortable.

[0030] The second method involves the user switching the flow path switching device 130 to turn on the bottom shower head 123. At this time, the user can take care of their hair and upper body, but the bottom shower head 123 cannot spray water onto the user's body, which is not conducive to the user maintaining body temperature. In addition, the water flowing out of the bottom shower head 123 will cause water waste during the shower.

[0031] <Shower room 200 in this embodiment of the utility model>

[0032] This utility model provides a shower device and a shower room 200 with the shower device installed, which can ensure that the water flow for cleaning the user's body is uninterrupted during the shower and that the water temperature remains stable, preventing the user's body temperature from being lost and improving the user's shower experience.

[0033] Figure 2 This is a first structural schematic diagram of the shower room 200 in this embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 3 This is a front view of the flow path switching device 260 in this embodiment of the present invention. (Reference) Figure 2 and Figure 3 The shower room 200 includes a first side wall 210, a second side wall 220, and a third side wall 230 that are connected to each other. The first side wall 210 and the second side wall 220 are solid walls that are perpendicularly connected to each other. The third side wall 230 is an arc-shaped side wall that connects to the solid walls. It can be made of glass or frosted material and is used to form a relatively enclosed space together with the first side wall 210 and the second side wall 220 to facilitate the user to maintain a stable body temperature during showering. In other embodiments of this utility model, the first side wall 210 and the second side wall 220 can also be made of glass or other materials, and the third side wall 230 can be omitted or replaced with a curtain or other covering. This application does not limit this.

[0034] The shower room 200 is also equipped with shower equipment, which includes a first shower head 240, a second shower head 250, and a flow path switching device 260.

[0035] The first shower head 240 is installed on the first side wall 210. The second shower head 250 is installed on the second side wall 220, which is perpendicular to the first side wall 210. The first shower head 240 and the second shower head 250 spray shower water from different directions to a user at a designated location within the shower room 200. A flow path switching device 260 is connected to both the first shower head 240 and the second shower head 250. The first shower head 240 is connected to the first side wall 210 from the left side of the bottom of the flow path switching device 260 via a hose, and the second shower head 250 is connected to the second side wall 220 from the right side of the bottom of the flow path switching device 260 via a hose. The flow path switching device 260 controls the water flow from the shower heads by adjusting the opening and closing of a valve. The flow path switching device 260 has at least two water supply modes, including a shower mode and a heat preservation mode. In shower mode, the flow path switching device 260 controls hot water to spray from the first shower head 240, for example, from the overhead shower head 241, the handheld shower head 242, or both simultaneously. In heat preservation mode, the flow path switching device 260 controls hot water to spray from the second shower head 250. When switching water supply modes, the flow path switching device 260 ensures that the water flow is always directed towards the user at the designated location, preventing water supply interruption.

[0036] In this way, the shower equipment can switch to the heat preservation mode without turning off the water flow to the user. This avoids the interruption of the water flow or the instability of the water temperature caused by frequently turning the shower head on and off, making it easier for the user to maintain body temperature and improving the user's showering experience.

[0037] Specifically, the shower mode can also include a first shower mode and a second shower mode, meaning the flow path switching device 260 includes three water supply modes (first shower mode, second shower mode, and heat preservation mode). In the first shower mode, the flow path switching device 260 controls hot water to spray from the first shower head 240. In the second shower mode, the flow path switching device 260 controls hot water to spray from both the first shower head 240 and the second shower head 250 simultaneously. When the flow path switching device 260 switches from the first shower mode to the heat preservation mode, or switches between the heat preservation mode and the second shower mode, it ensures that the water flow is always in a spraying state, i.e., the water flow is never turned off.

[0038] In this way, users can switch the water source from the first shower head 240 to the second shower head 250 when washing their hair or caring for their body. The second shower head 250 can maintain the water temperature, helping users maintain their body temperature. When washing their upper body, the water source can be changed from the second shower head 250 to both the first and second shower heads 240 supplying water simultaneously. This helps maintain body temperature while increasing the water flow, improving the cleaning power and efficiency of the shower. Furthermore, having two shower heads with different water flow directions (i.e., the first shower head 240 and the second shower head 250) allows for cross-sectional, three-dimensional washing of the body from different directions, improving cleaning efficiency and saving time and effort compared to a unidirectional shower head.

[0039] The various components in the embodiments of this utility model will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0040] <First Shower Head 240>

[0041] Continue to refer to Figure 2 The shower equipment includes a shower equipment bracket 211, which is fixed to the first side wall 210. The first shower head 240 can be configured in three ways: only a top shower head 241, only a handheld shower head 242, and both a top shower head 241 and a handheld shower head 242. In this embodiment, the configuration is to simultaneously install both a top shower head 241 and a handheld shower head 242.

[0042] The top shower head 241 is fixed to the top of the shower equipment bracket 211 and is positioned higher than the handheld shower head 242, making it convenient for users to wash their entire body. The handheld shower head 242 can be detachably mounted on the shower equipment bracket 211, allowing users to wash specific parts of their body as needed. Alternatively, the handheld shower head 242 can be fixed to the first side wall 210 via the shower equipment bracket 211 to clean the user's upper body.

[0043] In some embodiments, the shower equipment bracket 211 may also be fixed on the third side wall 230. The present invention does not limit the setting position of the shower equipment bracket 211.

[0044] <Second Shower Head 250>

[0045] Continue to refer to Figure 2 The height of the second shower head 250 relative to the target spray range of the user at the designated position is less than 1.2m. This facilitates targeted showering and cleaning of specific parts of the user's body, while also accommodating the showering needs of customers of different heights (including teenagers and children). Specifically, by providing the second shower head 250, the shower equipment provided in this embodiment can better meet the needs of parent-child bathing.

[0046] Specifically, the second shower head 250 is installed at a height of less than 1.2m. This reduces the difficulty of adjusting the shower head height and installing it, making it easier for users to take a shower.

[0047] The rated flow rate of the second shower head 250 is less than that of the first shower head 240; for example, the rated flow rate of the second shower head 250 is half that of the first shower head 240. By doing so, the user's body temperature can be maintained while conserving water resources and avoiding waste.

[0048] <Adjustable Tilt Bracket 251>

[0049] Continue to refer to Figure 2 The second shower head 250 is mounted on the second side wall 220 via an adjustable bracket 251. The adjustable bracket 251 allows adjustment of the tilt angle of the second shower head 250. This allows users to easily adjust the water flow angle during showering as needed, further enhancing the showering experience.

[0050] Specifically, the second shower head 250 is detachably connected to the tilt-adjustable bracket 251. This facilitates the installation and removal of the second shower head 250, making maintenance easier.

[0051] <Flow path switching device 260>

[0052] Combination Figure 2and refer to Figure 3 The flow path switching device 260 includes a knob control 261 that switches the flow path by rotating in a circular motion. The knob control 261 has five different positions arranged sequentially along its circumferential direction, as follows.

[0053] Mode 1: Only the top shower head 241 sprays water, corresponding to the first shower mode, which can rinse the user's entire body.

[0054] Gear 2: Water only flows from the handheld shower head 242. This is another way of water flow in the first shower mode. It can be used to rinse specific parts of the body, or the handheld shower head 242 can be fixed to the first side wall 210 to rinse the upper body.

[0055] Level 3: Only the second shower head outputs 250 water, corresponding to the heat preservation mode. This can be turned on when the user applies shampoo or cares for their upper body to help maintain body temperature.

[0056] Gear 4: The handheld shower head 242 and the second shower head 250 spray water simultaneously, corresponding to the second shower mode. This mode can be turned on when the user needs to rinse after hair care or when the upper body needs to be rinsed, providing a three-dimensional cross-rinse and improving cleaning efficiency.

[0057] Position 5: The water flow is turned off for the top shower head 241, the handheld shower head 242, and the second shower head 250. This corresponds to the off mode, which means that the water flow is turned off after the user finishes showering.

[0058] The above method allows users to switch between different water supply modes according to their different needs during showering. All five levels can be switched arbitrarily, for example, between the first shower mode (level 1 or level 2) and the second shower mode (level 4).

[0059] In some embodiments, the knob control 261 may also be provided with other settings, such as the top shower head 241 and the second shower head 250 discharging water simultaneously. This utility model does not limit the water supply mode of the flow path switching device 260 or the number of settings of the knob control 261.

[0060] Continue to refer to Figure 3 The rotary control 261 includes an indicator 262 and a marker 263 corresponding to the selected gear position. The indicator 262 indicates the rotational position of the rotary control 261. The marker 263 is located around the rotary control 261 and corresponds to the five gear positions. By rotating the rotary control 261, the user causes the indicator 262 to point to the marker 263 corresponding to the different gear positions, thereby switching the flow path switching device 260 to the corresponding water supply mode.

[0061] In some embodiments, the flow path switching device 260 can also be set with a gear corresponding to the water supply mode by means of a lever, button or waterproof electronic control system to switch the flow path of shower water. This utility model does not limit the flow path switching method of the flow path switching device.

[0062] <Infrared Temperature Sensor>

[0063] The shower enclosure 200 may also include an infrared temperature sensor (not shown), which is positioned facing a designated location. This allows for real-time monitoring of the user's body temperature during showering, making the user's overall body temperature visible and enabling the user to control the flow path switching device 260 based on their temperature, thus enhancing the user experience.

[0064] In some embodiments, the shower room 200 may also include a flow meter (not shown) that can detect the amount of shower water consumed during the shower and present the consumption to the user in a visual manner, so that the user can observe the water consumption in real time, which helps to cultivate the user's awareness of water conservation and the switching method and switching time of the flow path switching device 260 that matches their own showering habits.

[0065] Figure 4 This is a second structural schematic diagram of the shower room 200 according to an embodiment of the present invention. (Reference) Figure 4 The second shower head 250 can also be installed on the first side wall 210, and the first shower head 240 can be installed on the second side wall 220. Correspondingly, the first shower head 240 is connected to the second side wall 220 from the right side of the bottom of the flow path switching device 260 via a hose, and the second shower head 250 is connected to the first side wall 210 from the left side of the bottom of the flow path switching device 260 via a hose. This utility model does not limit the installation position or the way the first shower head 240 and the second shower head 250 are led out.

[0066] The following describes the shower room 200 (with) in the embodiment of this utility model. Figure 2 The usage process will be explained using (for example).

[0067] According to their actual needs, users can install the second shower head 250 on the second side wall 220 using the tilt-adjustable bracket 251.

[0068] During the pre-wash, the user switches to the first shower mode, i.e., level 1 or level 2, via the knob control 261, so that the top shower head 241 or hand shower head 242, which is the first shower head 240, flows out shower water, releasing cold water until hot water flows out, wetting the user's head and body.

[0069] When a user needs to care for their hair (including applying shampoo and massaging the head), the user can switch from the first shower mode to the heat preservation mode, that is, from level 1 or level 2 to level 3. At this time, the shower water will spray out from the second shower head 250 to help the user maintain their body temperature.

[0070] When the user is rinsing their hair, they can switch from the heat preservation mode to the second shower mode or the first shower mode via the knob control 261, that is, switch from the gear 3 to the gear 4, gear 1, or gear 2. At this time, the shower water is sprayed out from the handheld shower head 242 and the second shower head 250 corresponding to the gear 4, or from the top shower head 241 corresponding to the gear 1, or from the handheld shower head 242 corresponding to the gear 2, to wash the head.

[0071] When a user needs to care for their upper body (including applying shower gel and massaging the upper body), the user switches to the heat preservation mode, that is, switches from level 4, level 1, or level 2 to level 3. At this time, shower water is sprayed out from the second shower head 250 to help the user maintain body temperature.

[0072] When the user is rinsing their upper body, they can switch from the heat preservation mode to the second shower mode via the knob control 261, that is, from the gear 3 to the gear 4. At this time, the shower water is sprayed out from the handheld shower head 242 and the second shower head 250 at the same time to clean the upper body.

[0073] When a user needs to care for their lower body (including applying shower gel and massaging the lower body), the user switches to the off mode, that is, from level 4 to level 5, at which point the shower water is turned off.

[0074] When the user is rinsing their lower body, the user switches from the off mode to the second shower mode via the knob control 261, that is, from the gear 5 to the gear 4. At this time, shower water is sprayed out from the handheld shower head 242 and the second shower head 250 at the same time to clean the lower body.

[0075] The user switches from setting 4 to setting 5 to turn off the water flow and complete the shower process.

[0076] The above are merely preferred embodiments of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A shower apparatus adapted to be installed in a shower room, characterised in that, The shower device comprises: a first shower head installed on a first side wall of the shower room; a second shower head installed on a second side wall of the shower room, the first shower head and the second shower head being capable of providing shower water to a user at a specified position in the shower room from different directions; a flow path switching device in communication with the first shower head and the second shower head, the flow path switching device having a plurality of water supply modes, the plurality of water supply modes including a rinsing mode and a warming mode, in the rinsing mode, the flow path switching device supplies hot water to the first shower head; in the warming mode, the flow path switching device supplies hot water to the second shower head; the flow path switching device is configured to switch from the rinsing mode to the warming mode without shutting off the water flow.

2. The shower apparatus of claim 1, wherein The second shower head is installed on an adjustable-angle bracket.

3. The shower apparatus of claim 2, wherein The second shower head is detachably installed on the adjustable-angle bracket.

4. The shower apparatus of claim 1, wherein The shower device comprises a shower device bracket fixed to the first side wall, the first shower head comprises a top shower head fixed to the shower device bracket and / or a handheld shower head detachably installed on the shower device bracket.

5. The shower apparatus of claim 1, wherein The rinsing mode comprises a first rinsing mode and a second rinsing mode, in the first rinsing mode, the flow path switching device supplies hot water only to the first shower head; in the second rinsing mode, the flow path switching device supplies hot water to both the first shower head and the second shower head; the flow path switching device is configured to: switch from the first rinsing mode to the warming mode without shutting off the water flow; switch between the warming mode and the second rinsing mode without shutting off the water flow.

6. The shower apparatus of claim 5, wherein The flow path switching device comprises a rotary knob control that switches the flow path in a circumferential rotation manner, the rotary knob control is sequentially provided with different gears corresponding to the first rinsing mode, the warming mode, and the second rinsing mode along its circumferential direction.

7. The shower apparatus of claim 1, wherein The rated flow of the second shower head is less than that of the first shower head.

8. The shower apparatus of claim 1, wherein, Further comprising an infrared temperature measurement sensor arranged towards the specified position.

9. The shower apparatus of claim 1, wherein, The height of the target spraying range of the second shower head relative to the user at the specified position is less than 1.2 m.

10. The shower apparatus of claim 1, wherein, The height of the installation position of the second shower head is less than 1.2 m.

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