Multi-control type water outlet device

Abstract

The utility model discloses a multi-control type water outlet device which comprises a body and a first valve element, the body is provided with a water inlet channel and a water outlet channel, the first valve element is installed on the body and controls the water inlet channel and the water outlet channel to be communicated or not, and the first valve element is connected with a handle capable of controlling opening or closing of the first valve element. The water inlet channel is communicated with the water outlet channel or not, the second valve element is used for controlling the water inlet channel to be communicated with the water outlet channel or not, and the second valve element, the non-contact trigger module and the trigger switch are electrically connected with the controller. The controller controls the second valve core to be opened or not according to a signal of the non-contact trigger module or the trigger switch; and the trigger switch is arranged on the body and is triggered by the handle. According to the utility model, a hardware basis is provided for realizing various water outlet control modes, so that various water outlet control modes can be realized.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of water discharge technology, and in particular to a multi-control water discharge device. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, most water dispensing devices on the market, such as faucets, typically support only a single control mode, such as traditional manual mechanical control or contactless control. However, this single-mode design has significant limitations: manual control is extremely inconvenient when the user's hands are not readily available (e.g., hands covered in oil or carrying items); while contactless control modes that rely on electricity (such as infrared sensors) become completely ineffective during power outages or when the battery is low. This design flaw leads to operational difficulties for users in different usage scenarios, necessitating a hybrid solution that integrates mechanical and contactless control to improve product reliability and user experience. Utility Model Content

[0003] This utility model addresses the technical problems existing in the prior art by providing a multi-control water outlet device. Through structural improvements, it provides the hardware foundation for realizing multiple water outlet control methods, enabling it to achieve multiple water outlet control modes.

[0004] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve its technical problem is as follows: a multi-control water outlet device, including a body and a first valve core. The body is provided with an inlet channel and an outlet channel. The first valve core is installed on the body and controls whether the inlet channel and the outlet channel are connected. The first valve core is connected to a handle that can control whether it is opened or closed. It also includes a controller, a non-contact trigger module, a trigger switch, and a second valve core for controlling whether the inlet channel and the outlet channel are connected. The second valve core, the non-contact trigger module, and the trigger switch are electrically connected to the controller, so that the controller controls whether the second valve core is opened or closed according to the signal of the non-contact trigger module or the trigger switch. The trigger switch is located on the body and is triggered by the handle.

[0005] In a preferred embodiment, the non-contact triggering module includes a voice acquisition module located within the main body, and the main body has a voice acquisition port corresponding to the voice acquisition module.

[0006] In a preferred embodiment, the voice acquisition module is integrated with the controller.

[0007] In a preferred embodiment, a flow sensor is also included, which is disposed in the water outlet channel and electrically connected to the controller, so that the controller controls the opening and closing duration of the second valve core according to the flow signal detected by the flow sensor.

[0008] In a preferred embodiment, the trigger switch includes a circuit board and a plurality of quantitative switches, which are spaced apart on the circuit board, and the handle can trigger any one of the plurality of quantitative switches.

[0009] In a preferred embodiment, the system further includes a display module and a temperature sensor. The temperature sensor is disposed within the water outlet channel and electrically connected to the controller. The display module is disposed within the main body and electrically connected to the controller for displaying water flow and water temperature. The display module is integrated with the controller.

[0010] In a preferred embodiment, the handle rotates about a first axis to drive the valve stem of the first valve core to rotate, the first axis being coaxial with the first valve core; the handle rotates about a second axis to trigger or release the trigger switch, the second axis being perpendicular to the first axis.

[0011] In a preferred embodiment, the handle includes a handle body and a rotating member. The rotating member is rotatably connected to the valve stem about the first axis. The handle body is sleeved over the rotating member, and the handle body and the rotating member are engaged by a ball joint. The circuit board is annular or arc-shaped and coaxially arranged with the first axis. The plurality of quantitative switches are distributed circumferentially along the circuit board. The handle body is provided with a plurality of trigger parts corresponding one-to-one with the plurality of quantitative switches. Each trigger part passes through the rotating member and is used to trigger the corresponding quantitative switch. An elastic member is sleeved on the trigger part, and the elastic member abuts against the handle body and the rotating member.

[0012] In a preferred embodiment, the water inlet channels are provided in multiple ways, including a cold water inlet channel and a hot water inlet channel. The first valve core is used to control whether the cold water inlet channel, the hot water inlet channel and the outlet channel are connected, and the flow ratio of the cold water inlet channel and the hot water inlet channel is adjusted by the handle. The second valve core is used to control whether the cold water inlet channel and the outlet channel are connected.

[0013] In a preferred embodiment, the main body is a faucet body or a shower faucet body, which includes a valve body and a valve core seat disposed in the valve body. The valve core seat has a valve cavity, a valve core assembly position, and a water inlet channel and a water outlet channel. The first valve core passes through the mounting port provided in the valve body and is installed to the valve core assembly position. The handle is located outside the mounting port. The second valve core is disposed in the valve cavity. The controller and the non-contact trigger module are respectively disposed in the valve body. The trigger switch is installed in the decorative ring provided in the mounting port of the valve body and enters the handle.

[0014] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0015] 1. Because this utility model also includes the controller, non-contact trigger module, and second valve core, it achieves a parallel design of mechanical and electrical control modes. This retains the reliability of traditional manual operation while offering the convenience of non-contact control, ensuring normal operation even during power outages or when the user's hands are unavailable. Furthermore, this utility model includes a trigger switch linked to the handle, significantly improving overall performance while retaining electrical control functionality. The trigger switch is directly activated by the handle through physical contact, effectively avoiding the susceptibility to environmental interference inherent in non-contact control modes and achieving near-instantaneous response, ensuring precise execution of every operation. This design retains the convenience of intelligent control while providing clear operational feedback through physical operation, making the control process more intuitive and reliable. Particularly noteworthy is that this user-friendly design fully considers the needs of different user groups, allowing even the elderly and children to easily master the operation through a simple and direct method.

[0016] 2. The contactless triggering module preferably includes a voice acquisition module, which can accurately recognize user voice commands and convert them into control signals, realizing truly contactless operation and providing an accessible user experience for users of different ages and mobility levels.

[0017] 3. The inclusion of a flow sensor enables this invention to dispense water in a quantitative manner, facilitating daily use. Specifically, the trigger switch includes a circuit board and a dispensing switch, allowing the handle to control the dispensing of water in a quantitative manner. Furthermore, multiple dispensing switches are provided, enabling multiple dispensing levels, further enhancing user convenience.

[0018] The present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments; however, the multi-control water outlet device of the present invention is not limited to the embodiments. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is an exploded view of the present invention;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a rear view of the control unit of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a front view of the control unit of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the valve core seat of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 5 This is a top view of the valve core seat of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 6 yes Figure 5 AA section view;

[0025] Figure 7 yes Figure 5 BB cross-sectional view;

[0026] Figure 8 yes Figure 5 CC section view;

[0027] Figure 9 This is a front view of the present invention in the water-off state;

[0028] Figure 10 This is a cross-sectional view of the present invention in the water-off state. Figure 1 ;

[0029] Figure 11 yes Figure 10 A magnified view of a portion of the image;

[0030] Figure 12 This is a cross-sectional view of the present invention in the water-off state. Figure 2 ;

[0031] Figure 13 This is a cross-sectional view of the present invention when one of the quantitative switches is triggered;

[0032] Figure 14 yes Figure 13 A magnified view of a portion of the image;

[0033] Figure 15 This is a cross-sectional view of the present invention when another quantitative switch is triggered;

[0034] Figure 16 yes Figure 15 A magnified view of a portion of the image;

[0035] In the diagram, 1. Body; 11. Valve body; 111. Voice acquisition port; 112. Window; 113. Mounting port; 114. Slot; 12. Valve core seat; 121. Cold water inlet channel; 122. Hot water inlet channel; 123. Outlet channel; 124. Valve cavity; 125. Valve core assembly position; 13. Outlet elbow; 14. Outlet connector; 15. Adapter; 2. First valve core; 3. Handle; 31. Handle body; 311. Trigger; 312. Spherical groove; 32. Rotating component; 321. Ball head; 33. Elastic component; 4. Second valve core; 5. Control unit; 51. Controller; 52. Microphone; 53. Display screen; 6. Trigger switch; 61. Circuit board; 62. Metering switch; 7. Flow sensor; 8. Pressure cap; 9. Decorative cover; 91. Elastic buckle; Detailed Implementation

[0036] In this invention, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used only to distinguish similar objects, not to describe a specific order or sequence, nor should they be construed as indicating or implying relative importance. Furthermore, in the description of this invention, unless otherwise stated, "multiple" refers to two or more. "And / or" describes the relationship between related objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B can represent: A alone, A and B simultaneously, or B alone. The character " / " generally indicates that the preceding and following related objects have an "or" relationship.

[0037] Please see Figures 1-16 As shown, this utility model discloses a multi-control water outlet device, including a body 1 and a first valve core 2. The body 1 has an inlet channel and an outlet channel 123. The first valve core 2 is installed on the body 1 and controls whether the inlet channel and the outlet channel 123 are connected. The first valve core 2 is connected to a handle 3. This utility model also includes a controller 51, a non-contact trigger module, a trigger switch 6, and a second valve core 4 for controlling whether the inlet channel and the outlet channel 123 are connected. The second valve core 4, the non-contact trigger module, and the trigger switch 6 are electrically connected to the controller 51, so that the controller 51 controls whether the second valve core 4 is opened or closed according to the signal from the non-contact trigger module or the trigger switch 6. The trigger switch 6 is located on the body 1 and is triggered by the handle 3. Therefore, the handle 3 can control both the opening and closing of the first valve core 2 and the trigger switch 6. Specifically, the handle 3 has two different movement modes for controlling the operation of the first valve core 2 and the trigger switch 6 respectively.

[0038] The non-contact triggering module includes a voice acquisition module located within the main body 1, with a voice acquisition port 111 corresponding to the voice acquisition module on the main body 1. Specifically, the voice acquisition module is a microphone 52, which is integrated with the controller 51 to form a control unit 5. In other embodiments, the non-contact triggering module includes a sensing module, such as an infrared sensing module, which generates a control signal by sensing a human hand.

[0039] This invention also includes a flow sensor 7, which is disposed within the water outlet channel 123 and electrically connected to the controller 51. The controller 51 controls the operating duration of the second valve core 4 based on the signal transmitted by the flow sensor 7, thereby achieving quantitative water dispensing. The trigger switch 6 includes a circuit board 61 and multiple quantitative switches 62. The circuit board 61 is electrically connected to the controller 51. The quantitative switches 62 are contact switches, and the multiple quantitative switches 62 are spaced apart on the circuit board 61. The handle 3 can trigger any one of the multiple quantitative switches 62. Therefore, the user can also achieve quantitative water dispensing by operating the handle 3. Furthermore, the multiple quantitative switches 62 can meet various quantitative needs, providing users with flexible water dispensing options. Specifically, in this embodiment, two quantitative switches 62 are used, each corresponding to a different water dispensing volume. The user can select different quantitative switches 62 by operating the handle 3, thereby achieving two preset quantitative water dispensing functions.

[0040] In this embodiment, the body 1 is a faucet body, therefore the water outlet device of this utility model is specifically embodied as a faucet. However, the application scope of this utility model is not limited to this. In other embodiments, when the body 1 is a shower body 1, the water outlet device of this utility model is correspondingly embodied as a shower faucet. The body 1 specifically includes a valve body 11 and a valve core seat 12 disposed within the valve body 11, such as... Figures 4-8 As shown, the valve core seat 12 has a valve cavity 124, a valve core assembly position 125, and the aforementioned inlet and outlet channels 123. The first valve core 2 passes through the mounting port 113 of the valve body 11 and is installed at the valve core assembly position 125, and is limited by the pressure cap 8 threaded to the mounting port 113 of the valve body 11. The handle 3 is located outside the mounting port 113. The second valve core 4 is specifically a solenoid valve, which is located in the valve cavity 124. The controller 51 and the non-contact trigger module (i.e., the control unit 5) are located inside the valve body 11. The trigger switch 6 is installed in the decorative ring 9 located at the mounting port 113 of the valve body 11 and enters the handle 3. Specifically, the decorative ring 9 is snap-fitted to the valve body 11: the decorative ring 9 has an elastic buckle 91, which passes through the clearance groove on the inner side of the pressure cap 8 and snaps into the slot 114 on the inner side of the mounting port 113. The main body 1 also includes a water outlet bend 13, the water inlet end of which is connected to the upper end of the valve body 11, and is connected to the water outlet channel 123 of the valve core seat 12 in sequence through the water outlet connector 14 and the adapter 15.

[0041] The aforementioned water inlet channels are configured in multiple ways, including a cold water inlet channel 121 and a hot water inlet channel 122. A first valve core 2 controls whether the cold water inlet channel 121, the hot water inlet channel 122, and the outlet channel 123 are connected, and the flow rate ratio of the cold water inlet channel 121 and the hot water inlet channel 122 is adjusted via a handle 3. A second valve core 4 controls whether the cold water inlet channel 121 and the outlet channel 123 are connected.

[0042] This utility model also includes a display module and a temperature sensor (not shown in the figure). The temperature sensor is disposed in the water outlet channel 123 and electrically connected to the controller 51. The display module is disposed in the main body 1 and electrically connected to the controller 51 to display water flow and water temperature. Specifically, the display module is integrated with the controller 51, and the display module is specifically a display screen 53, which is disposed in the window 112 corresponding to the main body 1 (i.e., valve body 11).

[0043] In this embodiment, the handle 3 rotates around the first axis, thereby rotating the valve stem of the first valve core 2 to control the water flow and temperature adjustment of the first valve core 2; the handle 3 rotates around the second axis to trigger or release the trigger switch 6. The first axis is coaxial with the first valve core 2, and the second axis is perpendicular to the first axis.

[0044] like Figure 11 As shown, the handle 3 includes a handle body 31 and a rotating member 32. The rotating member 32 is rotatably connected to the valve stem of the first valve core 2 about a first axis. The handle body 31 is sleeved on the rotating member 32, and the handle body 31 and the rotating member 32 are engaged by a ball joint. Figure 11 As shown, the ball joint specifically includes a ball head 312 located in the middle of the rotating member 32 and a spherical groove 321 located in the middle of the handle body 31. The ball head 312 is fitted into the spherical groove 321, allowing the handle body 31 to rotate omnidirectionally relative to the rotating member 32 around the second axis. Therefore, the triggering or releasing of the trigger switch 6 by the handle 3 rotating around the second axis is actually achieved by the rotation of the handle body 31 around the second axis, while the rotating member 32 remains stationary during this process.

[0045] The circuit board 61 is annular or arc-shaped and coaxially arranged with the first axis. Multiple quantitative switches 62 are distributed circumferentially along the circuit board 61. In this embodiment, the circuit board 61 is arc-shaped, specifically approximately semi-circular, with two quantitative switches 62 located at opposite ends of the circuit board 61. The handle body 31 has two trigger portions 311 corresponding to the two quantitative switches 62. Each trigger portion 311 passes through the rotating member 32 and is used to trigger the corresponding quantitative switch 62. The trigger portion 311 is rod-shaped, and an elastic member 33 is sleeved on it. This elastic member 33 abuts against the handle body 31 and the rotating member 32, providing an elastic reset function for the trigger portion 311. The elastic member 33 is preferably a spring, but not limited to this. The arrangement of each elastic member 33 also ensures that the handle body 31 and the rotating member 32 are relatively stationary in the rotation direction of the first axis, allowing the rotating member 32 to rotate with the handle body 31 around the first axis, thereby realizing the switching control of the first valve core 2 and / or water temperature adjustment.

[0046] The initial state of this utility model is as follows: Figures 9-11 As shown, at this time, the handle body 31 is in a vertically upward state, and the first valve core 2 is in a closed state. In this state, when the handle body 31 rotates around the first axis, the handle body 31 drives the rotating component 32 to rotate, and the rotating component 32 in turn drives the valve stem of the first valve core 2 to rotate, thereby realizing the on / off control of the first valve core 2 and the water temperature regulation.

[0047] When the handle body 31 is in a vertically upward position, if the handle portion of the handle body 31 is pressed towards the valve body 11, the handle body 31 will rotate relative to the rotating member 32 around the second axis, triggering one of the metering switches 62. Figure 13 , Figure 14 As shown. The quantitative switch 62 then generates a control signal and transmits it to the controller 51. After receiving the signal, the controller 51 controls the second valve core 4 to open, and at the same time, the flow sensor 7 activates the flow detection function. Once the flow sensor 7 detects that the water flow rate reaches the preset value (e.g., 500 ml), the controller 51 immediately controls the second valve core 4 to close.

[0048] When the handle body 31 is in a vertically upward position, if the handle portion of the handle body 31 is pressed away from the valve body 11, the handle body 31 will rotate relative to the rotating member 32 around the second axis, triggering another metering switch 62, such as... Figure 15 , Figure 16 As shown. The quantitative switch 62 then generates a control signal and transmits it to the controller 51. After receiving the signal, the controller 51 controls the second valve core 4 to open, and at the same time, the flow sensor 7 activates the flow detection function. Once the flow sensor 7 detects that the water flow rate reaches the preset value (e.g., 1000 ml), the controller 51 immediately controls the second valve core 4 to close.

[0049] When voice control is performed, microphone 52 receives the pre-set voice signal from the user and accurately converts it into an electrical signal, which is then transmitted to controller 51. Controller 51 recognizes and processes the voice signal. Once a valid voice command is confirmed, it immediately controls the second valve core 4 to open. Simultaneously, flow sensor 7 activates its flow detection function. Once flow sensor 7 detects that the water flow rate has reached the corresponding preset value, controller 51 immediately controls the second valve core 4 to close. The aforementioned voice signal can be, for example, "Xiao Mu, quantity 1", "Xiao Mu, quantity 2", etc.

[0050] Therefore, this utility model provides the hardware foundation for the water outlet device to realize multiple control methods, thereby enabling it to realize multiple control methods. This allows it to retain the reliability of traditional manual operation while also having the convenience of non-contact control, ensuring normal use even when power is interrupted or the user's hands are inconvenient. At the same time, it effectively avoids the defects of non-contact control mode being susceptible to environmental interference.

[0051] Based on the hardware provided by this utility model, it can be further optimized to achieve more functions: synchronize the voice-controlled and manual quantitative water dispensing functions, and allow both functions to be reset to provide the correct dispensing volume as needed. For example, when setting the dispensing volume to 600 ml, press the handle 31 inwards for a long time. This initiates the dispensing setting process, and the display screen 53 will flash the value. When the display screen shows 600 ml, releasing the handle 31 completes the setting. Therefore, the next time the dispensing volume is controlled by voice or manual, the dispensing volume will be the reset volume.

[0052] The multi-control water outlet device of this utility model is identical to or can be implemented using existing technologies for the parts not covered herein.

[0053] The above embodiments are only used to further illustrate a multi-control water outlet device of the present invention, but the present invention is not limited to the embodiments. Any simple modifications, equivalent changes and alterations made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the present invention shall fall within the protection scope of the technical solution of the present invention.

Claims

1. A multi-control water outlet device, comprising a body and a first valve core, the body having an inlet channel and an outlet channel, the first valve core being installed on the body and controlling whether the inlet channel and the outlet channel are connected, and the first valve core being connected to a handle for controlling its opening or closing; characterized in that: The controller, the non-contact triggering module, the trigger switch, and a second valve core for controlling whether the water inlet channel and the water outlet channel are communicated are further included, the second valve core, the non-contact triggering module, and the trigger switch are electrically connected with the controller respectively, so that the controller controls whether the second valve core is opened according to the signal of the non-contact triggering module or the trigger switch; the trigger switch is arranged on the body and is triggered by the handle.

2. The multi-control water outlet device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The non-contact triggering module includes a voice collecting module, the voice collecting module is arranged in the body, and the body is provided with a voice collecting port corresponding to the voice collecting module.

3. The multi-control water outlet device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The voice collecting module is integrated with the controller.

4. The multi-control water outlet device according to claim 1, characterized in that: A flow sensor is further included, the flow sensor is arranged in the water outlet channel and is electrically connected with the controller, so that the controller controls the opening and closing time length of the second valve core according to the flow signal detected by the flow sensor.

5. The multi-control water outlet device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The trigger switch includes a circuit board and a plurality of quantitative switches, the plurality of quantitative switches are arranged on the circuit board at intervals, and the handle can trigger any one of the plurality of quantitative switches.

6. The multi-control water outlet device according to claim 4, characterized in that: A display module and a temperature sensor are further included, the temperature sensor is arranged in the water outlet channel and is electrically connected with the controller, and the display module is arranged on the body and is electrically connected with the controller, so as to display the water flow and the water temperature. The display module is integrated with the controller.

7. The multi-control water outlet device according to claim 5, characterized in that: The handle drives the valve rod of the first valve core to rotate by rotating around a first axis, the first axis is coaxially arranged with the first valve core; the handle triggers or releases the trigger switch by rotating around a second axis, the second axis is perpendicular to the first axis.

8. The multi-control water outlet device according to claim 7, characterized in that: The handle includes a handle main body and a rotating member, the rotating member is rotatably connected to the valve rod around the first axis, the handle main body is sleeved outside the rotating member, and the handle main body and the rotating member are matched through a ball joint; the circuit board is annular or arc-shaped and is coaxially arranged with the first axis, the plurality of quantitative switches are distributed along the circumference of the circuit board; the handle main body is provided with a plurality of trigger portions corresponding to the plurality of quantitative switches one by one, each trigger portion penetrates through the rotating member and is used for triggering the corresponding quantitative switch, and an elastic member is sleeved outside the trigger portion, the elastic member is abutted and matched between the handle main body and the rotating member.

9. The multi-control water outlet device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The water inlet channel is provided as a plurality of channels, including a cold water inlet channel and a hot water inlet channel, the first valve core is used for controlling whether the cold water inlet channel and the hot water inlet channel are communicated with the water outlet channel, and the flow ratio of the cold water inlet channel and the hot water inlet channel is adjusted through the handle; the second valve core is used for controlling whether the cold water inlet channel is communicated with the water outlet channel.

10. The multi-control water outlet device according to claim 1 or 9, characterized in that: The body is a faucet body or a shower faucet body, which comprises a valve body and a valve core seat arranged in the valve body, the valve core seat is provided with a valve cavity, a valve core assembly position, and the water inlet channel and the water outlet channel, the first valve core is installed to the valve core assembly position through a mounting opening arranged in the valve body, the handle is located outside the mounting opening, and the second valve core is arranged in the valve cavity; the controller and the non-contact trigger module are arranged in the valve body respectively, and the trigger switch is arranged in a decorative ring arranged at the mounting opening of the valve body and enters the handle.

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