Filter basket structure as well as water tank and cleaning machine applying filter basket structure

Abstract

The utility model relates to a filter basket structure as well as a water tank and a cleaning machine applying the filter basket structure, which comprises a filter basket with filter holes, and is characterized in that the filter basket can rotate by taking a central shaft of the filter basket as a center, and further comprises a brush body arranged outside the filter basket, the brush body is provided with flexible brush hairs, and the brush hairs are arranged on the brush body. Bristles of the brush body are always in contact with the basket wall of the filter basket and can extend into the filter holes of the filter basket, and when the filter basket is in a rotating state, a speed difference exists between the filter basket and the brush body. Compared with the prior art, the filter basket can be cleaned by using the brush body, so that the filter basket can be automatically cleaned, the filter holes are prevented from being blocked by dirt, and the residue filtering effect of the filter basket is ensured.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of cleaning machines, and in particular to a filter basket structure and a water tank and cleaning machine using the filter basket structure. Background Technology

[0002] The sink is the central cleaning area in the kitchen and is used frequently. To prevent clogging of the drain, a filter structure is usually installed under the sink. For example, Chinese utility model patent ZL202220484469.7 (authorization announcement number CN217267852U) discloses a sink that includes a sink body with a drain outlet on the bottom wall. The bottom of the sink body has a drainage cavity extending downwards along the edge of the drain outlet. The shell forming the drainage cavity is integrally formed with the sink body. A filter basket is housed in the drainage cavity, and a drain pipe is detachably connected below the drainage cavity. For example, Chinese invention patent "A Cleaning Machine" with patent number ZL202010898826.X (authorization announcement number CN112137461B) and Chinese invention patent "A Cleaning Basket and a Water Tank Using the Cleaning Basket" with patent number ZL202010898739.4 (authorization announcement number CN112089376B), etc.

[0003] However, filter baskets typically use a mesh structure, and after prolonged use, the mesh is easily clogged by dirt and grime, affecting both the filtration efficiency and the user experience. Furthermore, the dirt (such as kitchen waste) adhering to the filter basket is difficult to clean, and manual cleaning is ineffective. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The first technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a filter basket structure that can automatically clean itself, in contrast to the prior art.

[0005] The second technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a filter basket structure that can automatically clean and has a good cleaning effect, in contrast to the prior art.

[0006] The third technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a filter basket structure that can automatically clean and achieve comprehensive cleaning, in contrast to the prior art.

[0007] The fourth technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a water tank with the above-mentioned filter basket structure in contrast to the prior art.

[0008] The fifth technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a cleaning machine that uses the above-mentioned water tank, in contrast to the prior art.

[0009] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve at least one of the above-mentioned technical problems is as follows: a filter basket structure, including a filter basket with filter holes, characterized in that the filter basket can rotate around its own central axis, and also includes a brush body disposed outside the filter basket, the brush body having flexible bristles, and the bristles of the brush body are always in contact with the basket wall of the filter basket and can extend into the filter holes of the filter basket, and there is a speed difference between the filter basket and the brush body when the filter basket is rotating.

[0010] Furthermore, while the filter basket is rotating, the brush body remains stationary. Compared to a method where the filter basket and brush body move simultaneously, this facilitates the creation of a speed difference between the two, makes brush body installation easier, and simplifies the internal structure of the filter basket.

[0011] Furthermore, the brush body includes a first brush body and a second brush body, both of which are elongated. The first brush body is positioned along the height of the filter basket, and its height matches the height of the filter basket. The second brush body is positioned radially along the filter basket, and its length matches the radius of the bottom wall of the filter basket. This allows the first brush body to clean the side walls of the filter basket, while the second brush body cleans the bottom wall, improving the cleaning effect on the filter basket.

[0012] Furthermore, the lower end of the first brush body is lower than or flush with the lower edge of the side wall of the filter basket, and one end of the second brush body is located in the center of the bottom wall of the filter basket, while the other end is flush with or outside the outer edge of the bottom wall of the filter basket. This ensures a better cleaning effect on the filter basket.

[0013] Furthermore, it also includes a cover that extends from bottom to top over the filter basket, with the first brush body and the second brush body respectively mounted on the inner surface of the cover. This facilitates the secure installation of the first brush body and the second brush body.

[0014] Furthermore, the first brush body and the second brush body are detachably mounted on the cover, which facilitates the assembly and disassembly of the first brush body and the second brush body.

[0015] Furthermore, the first brush body and the inner surface of the cover are connected by a first snap-fit ​​assembly. The first snap-fit ​​assembly includes a first snap bar disposed at one of the first brush body and the inner surface of the cover, and a first snap groove disposed at the other location for the first snap bar to snap into, thereby enabling the detachable installation of the first brush body and the cover.

[0016] Accordingly, the second brush body and the inner surface of the cover are connected by a second locking assembly. The second locking assembly includes a second locking strip disposed at one of the two inner surfaces of the second brush body and the cover, and a second locking groove disposed at the other location for the second locking strip to be engaged, thereby enabling the detachable installation of the second brush body and the cover.

[0017] Furthermore, the cover is cylindrical, and its lower edge extends inward from top to bottom along the circumferential direction to form an annular wall. The central hole of the annular wall is a drain outlet. The first slot is provided on the inner side of the cover along the height direction, and the first strip protrudes from one side of the first brush body along the length direction, while the other side of the first brush body is provided with the aforementioned bristles, so that the first strip can be inserted into the first slot to realize the detachable installation of the first brush body and the cover.

[0018] The second slot extends along the height direction of the inner side of the cover and then continues to extend along the width direction of the ring wall until the drain outlet. The second clip protrudes along the length direction on one side of the second brush body, while the other side of the second brush body has the bristles protruding. The second clip is trapezoidal in shape along its length direction, and one side of the second clip is snapped into the portion of the second slot located in the ring wall, which facilitates the first clip to be inserted into the first slot to achieve the detachable installation of the first brush body and the cover.

[0019] Furthermore, the system also includes a drive motor for rotating the filter basket. The free end of the drive motor's output shaft has a protruding mounting base, and a mounting block is located at the center of the filter basket's bottom wall. One of the mounting base and the mounting block has a snap-fit ​​groove, while the other has a protrusion for engaging within the snap-fit ​​groove. The snap-fit ​​groove and protrusion engage to connect the drive motor's output shaft to the mounting block, thereby enabling the drive motor to drive the filter basket.

[0020] Furthermore, the mounting block is connected to the filter hole at the center of the bottom wall of the filter basket via a snap-fit ​​block protruding from its upper surface. This facilitates the connection between the mounting block and the filter basket.

[0021] The technical solution adopted to further solve the second technical problem mentioned above is: a water tank with a drain outlet on the bottom wall, characterized in that the drain outlet is provided with the above-mentioned filter basket structure.

[0022] The technical solution adopted to further solve the third technical problem mentioned above is: a cleaning machine, characterized in that it uses a water tank as described above.

[0023] Compared with the prior art, the advantages of this utility model are as follows: the filter basket can rotate around its own central axis, the bristles of the brush body are always in contact with the basket wall and can extend into the filter holes of the basket, and there is a speed difference between the filter basket and the brush body when the filter basket is rotating. In this way, the brush body can clean the filter basket, thereby realizing automatic cleaning of the filter basket, avoiding dirt clogging the filter holes, and ensuring the filtration effect of the filter basket. Attached Figure Description

[0024] Figure 1This is a schematic diagram of the cleaning machine in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A structural diagram from another direction;

[0026] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of the cleaning machine in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0027] Figure 4 This is a partial exploded view of the cleaning machine in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0028] Figure 5 for Figure 4 Enlarged view of section A;

[0029] Figure 6 for Figure 4 A structural diagram from another direction;

[0030] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the cover in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0031] Figure 8 This is a partial exploded view of the filter basket structure in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0032] Figure 9 for Figure 8 A structural diagram in another direction. Detailed Implementation

[0033] The present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0034] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "transverse," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," "counterclockwise," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship, are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description. They 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. Since the embodiments disclosed in this utility model can be arranged in different directions, these terms indicating direction are only for illustration and should not be regarded as limitations. For example, "upper" and "lower" are not necessarily limited to directions opposite to or consistent with the direction of gravity. In addition, features defined with "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of such features.

[0035] like Figures 1-9As shown, a cleaning machine includes a water tank 1 with a drain outlet 10 on its bottom wall. A filter basket structure is mounted on the drain outlet 10. Further, the filter basket structure includes a filter basket 2 with filter holes 20, which is rotatable around its own central axis. It also includes a brush body disposed outside the filter basket 2. The brush body has flexible bristles 5, and the bristles 5 are always in contact with the basket wall of the filter basket 2 and can extend into the filter holes 20 of the filter basket 2. When the filter basket 2 is rotating, there is a speed difference between the filter basket 2 and the brush body.

[0036] As can be seen from the above, in this embodiment, the filter basket 2 can rotate around its own central axis. The bristles 5 of the brush body are always in contact with the basket wall of the filter basket 2 and can extend into the filter holes 20 of the filter basket 2. When the filter basket 2 is rotating, there is a speed difference between the filter basket 2 and the brush body. In this way, the brush body can clean the filter basket 2, thereby realizing automatic cleaning of the filter basket 2, avoiding dirt clogging the filter holes 20, and ensuring the filtration effect of the filter basket 2.

[0037] Preferably, in this embodiment, the brush body remains stationary while the filter basket 2 is rotating. Compared to the method where the filter basket 2 and the brush body move simultaneously, it is easier to create a speed difference between the two, thereby facilitating the cleaning of the filter basket 2 by the brush body. It also makes the installation of the brush body convenient and simplifies the internal structure of the filter basket.

[0038] Furthermore, the aforementioned brush body includes a first brush body 3 and a second brush body 4, both of which are elongated. The first brush body 3 is positioned along the height of the filter basket 2, and its height matches the height of the filter basket 2. The second brush body 4 is positioned radially along the filter basket 2, and its length matches the radius of the bottom wall of the filter basket 2. This allows the first brush body 3 to clean the side walls of the filter basket 2, while the second brush body 4 cleans the bottom wall of the filter basket 2, improving the cleaning effect. Preferably, the lower end of the first brush body 3 is lower than or flush with the lower edge of the side wall of the filter basket 2, and one end of the second brush body 4 is located at the center of the bottom wall of the filter basket 2, while the other end is flush with or outside the outer edge of the bottom wall of the filter basket 2, thereby better ensuring the cleaning effect on the filter basket 2.

[0039] Furthermore, it also includes a cover 6 that covers the filter basket 2 from bottom to top, and the first brush body 3 and the second brush body 4 are respectively mounted on the inner surface of the cover 6. This facilitates the stable installation of the first brush body 3 and the second brush body 4. Preferably, the first brush body 3 and the second brush body 4 are detachably mounted on the cover 6, which facilitates the assembly and disassembly of the first brush body 3 and the second brush body 4. Specifically, the first brush body 3 is connected to the inner surface of the cover 6 by a first locking assembly. The first locking assembly includes a first locking strip 31 disposed at one location on the inner surface of both the first brush body 3 and the cover 6, and a first locking groove 61 disposed at the other location for the first locking strip 31 to engage, thereby enabling the detachable installation of the first brush body 3 and the cover 6. Accordingly, the inner surface of the second brush body 4 and the cover 6 are connected by a second locking assembly. The second locking assembly includes a second locking strip 41 disposed at one of the inner surfaces of the second brush body 4 and the cover 6, and a second locking groove 62 disposed at the other location for the second locking strip 41 to be engaged, thereby enabling the detachable installation of the second brush body 4 and the cover 6.

[0040] In this embodiment, the cover 6 is cylindrical, and its lower edge extends inward from top to bottom along the circumferential direction to form an annular wall 63. The central hole of the annular wall 63 is a drain outlet 630. The first slot 61 is provided on the inner side of the cover 6 along the height direction, and the first strip 31 protrudes from one side of the first brush body 3 along the length direction, while the other side of the first brush body 3 is provided with the brush bristles 5, so that the first strip 31 can be inserted into the first slot to realize the detachable installation of the first brush body 3 and the cover 6. The second slot 62 extends along the height direction of the inner side of the cover 6 and then continues along the width direction of the annular wall 63 until the drain outlet 630. The second clip 41 protrudes along the length direction on one side of the second brush body 4, while the other side of the second brush body 4 has the bristles 5 protruding. The shape of the second clip 41 is trapezoidal along its length direction, and one side of the second clip 41 is snapped into the portion of the second slot 62 located in the annular wall 63, which facilitates the first clip 31 to be snapped into the first slot, thereby realizing the detachable installation of the first brush body 3 and the cover 6. In this embodiment, the first brush body 3 and the second brush body 4 are made of flexible material (such as plastic, rubber, or silicone), which facilitates the clips to be snapped into the corresponding slots and ensures that the clips are firmly snapped into the corresponding slots, thus better ensuring the stable installation of the first brush body 3 and the second brush body 4.

[0041] In addition, it also includes a water drop ring 9, the upper end of which is circumferentially connected to the water outlet 10 of the water tank 1, and the lower end of which is circumferentially connected to the upper end of the cover 6.

[0042] Furthermore, the system also includes a drive motor 7 for driving the rotation of the filter basket 2. The free end of the power output shaft 71 of the drive motor 7 has a mounting base 72 protruding from it. A mounting block 8 is located at the center of the bottom wall of the filter basket 2. One of the mounting base 72 and the mounting block 8 has a snap-fit ​​groove 721, and the other has a protrusion 81 for engaging with the snap-fit ​​groove. The snap-fit ​​groove 721 and the protrusion 81 are used to connect the power output shaft 71 of the drive motor 7 to the mounting block 8, thereby enabling the drive motor 7 to drive the filter basket 2. Specifically, in this embodiment, the snap-fit ​​groove 721 is formed on the mounting base 72, and the protrusion 81 protrudes from the mounting block 8. Furthermore, the mounting block 8 is snapped to the filter hole 20 at the center of the bottom wall of the filter basket 2 via the snap-fit ​​block 82 protruding from its upper surface, thus facilitating the connection between the mounting block 8 and the filter basket 2.

Claims

1. A filter basket structure comprising a filter basket (2) having filter holes (20), characterized in that, The filter basket (2) can rotate around its own central axis, and further comprises a brush body arranged outside the filter basket (2), the brush body having flexible bristles (5), and the bristles (5) of the brush body are always in contact with the basket wall of the filter basket (2) and can extend into the filter holes (20) of the filter basket (2), and there is a speed difference between the filter basket (2) and the brush body in the rotating state of the filter basket (2).

2. The basket structure of claim 1, wherein, The filter basket (2) is in a rotating state, and the brush body is stationary.

3. The basket structure of claim 1 or 2, wherein, The brush body comprises a first brush body (3) and a second brush body (4), both of which are in the shape of a long strip, wherein the first brush body (3) is arranged along the height direction of the filter basket (2) and the height of the first brush body (3) matches the height of the filter basket (2), and the second brush body (4) is arranged along the radial direction of the filter basket (2) and the length of the second brush body (4) matches the radius of the bottom wall of the filter basket (2).

4. The basket structure of claim 3, wherein, The lower end of the first brush body (3) is lower than or flush with the lower end of the side wall of the filter basket (2), and one end of the second brush body (4) is located at the center of the bottom wall of the filter basket (2), and the other end is flush with or located outside the outer side of the bottom wall of the filter basket (2).

5. The basket structure of claim 3 wherein, Further comprising a cover shell (6) covering the filter basket (2) from bottom to top, and the first brush body (3) and the second brush body (4) are respectively mounted on the inner surface of the cover shell (6).

6. The basket structure of claim 5, wherein, The first brush body (3) and the second brush body (4) are respectively detachably mounted on the cover shell (6).

7. The basket structure of claim 6, wherein, The first brush body (3) and the inner surface of the cover shell (6) are connected by a first clamping assembly, the first clamping assembly comprising a first clamping strip (31) arranged at one of the first brush body (3) and the inner surface of the cover shell (6), and a first clamping groove (61) arranged at the other and clamped by the first clamping strip (31); Correspondingly, the second brush body (4) and the inner surface of the cover shell (6) are connected by a second clamping assembly, the second clamping assembly comprising a second clamping strip (41) arranged at one of the second brush body (4) and the inner surface of the cover shell (6), and a second clamping groove (62) arranged at the other and clamped by the second clamping strip (41).

8. The basket structure of claim 7, wherein, The cover shell (6) is in the shape of a cylinder, and its lower edge extends inwardly and downwardly along the circumference to form an annular wall (63), the central hole of the annular wall (63) being a drainage port (630), the first clamping groove (61) being arranged on the inner side of the cover shell (6) along the height direction, and the first clamping strip (31) being protruded from one side of the first brush body (3) along the length direction, and the other side of the first brush body (3) being provided with the bristles (5). The second clamping groove (62) extends along the height direction of the inner side of the cover (6) and then along the width direction of the ring wall (63) to the water outlet (630). The second clamping strip (41) is protruded along the length direction on one side of the second brush body (4), and the other side of the second brush body (4) is provided with the bristles (5). The shape of the second clamping strip (41) is trapezoidal along the length direction of the second clamping strip (41), and one side of the second clamping strip (41) is buckled in the part of the second clamping groove (62) located in the ring wall (63).

9. The basket structure of claim 1 or 2, wherein, The driving motor (7) for driving the rotation of the filter basket (2) is further included. The free end of the power output shaft (71) of the driving motor (7) is provided with a mounting seat (72). The bottom wall center of the filter basket (2) is provided with a mounting block (8). One of the mounting seat (72) and the mounting block (8) is provided with a buckling groove (721), and the other is provided with a protruding block (81) for buckling in the buckling groove (721).

10. The basket structure of claim 9, wherein, The mounting block (8) is buckled and connected with the filter hole (20) at the bottom wall center of the filter basket (2) through the buckling block (82) protruded on the upper surface of the mounting block (8).

11. Sink (1) with a bottom wall provided with a water inlet opening (10), characterized in that The water inlet (10) is provided with the filter basket structure as claimed in any one of claims 1-10.

12. A cleaning machine characterized by, The sink (1) as claimed in claim 11 is applied.

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