Manual operation and induction integrated faucet

Abstract

The utility model discloses a manual operation and induction integrated faucet which comprises a faucet body and a water outlet control unit arranged on the faucet body, and a water outlet bent pipe is arranged at the top of the faucet body. The water outlet control unit comprises a handle, a valve element, an electromagnetic valve and an inductor electrically connected with the electromagnetic valve, the handle is connected with the valve element, a first water inlet channel, a second water inlet channel and a water outlet channel are arranged on the valve element, the first water inlet channel is connected with a first water inlet pipe, the first water inlet pipe is connected with an external water source, and the second water inlet channel is connected with a second water inlet pipe. The other two connectors of the three-way valve are connected with an external water source and an electromagnetic valve respectively, the two ends of the water outlet channel are connected with a first water outlet pipe and a second water outlet pipe respectively, the first water outlet pipe is connected with the other end of the electromagnetic valve, and the second water outlet pipe is communicated with a water outlet bent pipe. Switching between a manual mode and an induction mode can be achieved through one valve element, the structure is simple, and cost is low.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of faucet technology, specifically a manual and sensor-operated integrated faucet. Background Technology

[0002] In modern buildings and public health facilities, faucets, as key devices for controlling water flow, are widely used in washbasins, kitchens, and other areas of homes, hospitals, shopping malls, and public places. Traditional faucets are usually manually operated, using knobs or push-button mechanisms for on / off control. While simple in structure and low in cost, they require direct human contact during use, easily leading to cross-contamination, especially in high-traffic areas where hygiene risks are particularly prominent. To solve this problem, sensor faucets have emerged. Based on infrared sensing technology or capacitive sensing principles, sensor faucets automatically turn on the water flow when they detect a user's hand approaching and automatically turn it off when the hand leaves, thus achieving contactless water use and improving both convenience and hygiene.

[0003] Chinese patent document "CN216843264U, A manual and sensor integrated kitchen faucet" describes a faucet with a dual valve core structure. One valve core is directly connected to the main water outlet channel of the faucet, while the other valve core is connected to the main water outlet channel of the faucet through a sensor-controlled structure. This allows the faucet to switch between automatic and manual water dispensing modes. However, this faucet has handles on both sides to operate the respective valve cores, resulting in complex water circuit connections and high costs. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a manual and sensor-operated integrated faucet to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0006] A manual and sensor-operated integrated faucet includes a faucet body and a water outlet control unit disposed on the faucet body, wherein a water outlet bend is provided on the top of the faucet body.

[0007] The water outlet control unit includes a handle, a valve core, a solenoid valve, and a sensor electrically connected to the solenoid valve. The handle is connected to the valve core, which has a first water inlet channel, a second water inlet channel, and a water outlet channel. The first water inlet channel is connected to a first water inlet pipe, which is connected to an external water source. The second water inlet channel is connected to a second water inlet pipe, and the other end of the second water inlet pipe is connected to a three-way valve. The other two ports of the three-way valve are connected to the external water source and the solenoid valve, respectively. The two ends of the water outlet channel are connected to a first water outlet pipe and a second water outlet pipe, respectively. The first water outlet pipe is connected to the other end of the solenoid valve, and the second water outlet pipe is connected to a water outlet bend.

[0008] Furthermore, a sealing element is snapped into the inner side of the top of the faucet body, and the other end of the sealing element extends into the water outlet bend. A raised ring is provided on the inner wall of the top of the faucet body, and an annular groove that engages with the raised ring is provided on the outer surface of the sealing element. The sealing element is provided with a through hole for connecting the second water outlet pipe to the water outlet bend. The other end of the second water outlet pipe extends into the through hole and is provided with a connecting ring at the end. The outer wall of the connecting ring is provided with several sealing ring grooves, and a sealing ring is provided in each of the several sealing ring grooves. The other side of the sealing ring abuts against the inner wall of the through hole. The top outer surface of the sealing element is provided with several sealing ring grooves, and a sealing ring is provided in each of the several sealing ring grooves. The other side of the sealing ring abuts against the inner wall of the water outlet bend.

[0009] Furthermore, a spray head is fixedly connected to the end of the water outlet bend away from the faucet body, and a nozzle is threadedly connected to the water outlet of the spray head. Several protrusions are arranged in a circular array on the outer end face of the nozzle.

[0010] Furthermore, the bottom end of the faucet body is threadedly connected to a fixing seat, and the fixing seat has external threads.

[0011] Furthermore, the solenoid valve is connected to an external power supply.

[0012] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0013] The water outlet control unit of this utility model includes a handle, a valve core, a solenoid valve, and a sensor electrically connected to the solenoid valve. The handle is connected to the valve core, which has a first water inlet channel, a second water inlet channel, and a water outlet channel. The first water inlet channel is connected to a first water inlet pipe, which is connected to an external water source. The second water inlet channel is connected to a second water inlet pipe, and the other end of the second water inlet pipe is connected to a three-way valve. The other two ports of the three-way valve are connected to the external water source and the solenoid valve, respectively. The two ends of the water outlet channel are connected to a first water outlet pipe and a second water outlet pipe, respectively. The first water outlet pipe is connected to the other end of the solenoid valve, and the second water outlet pipe is connected to a water outlet bend. When the induction water outlet mode is required, the user only needs to bring their hand close to the sensor. After the sensor detects the signal, it will automatically send an opening command to the solenoid valve. After the solenoid valve opens, the water from the external water source enters the solenoid valve through the three-way valve, then enters the water outlet channel of the valve core through the first water inlet pipe, and then flows through the second water outlet pipe to the water outlet bend and sprays out, realizing automatic water outlet without manual operation. The system allows for switching between manual and sensor-based modes using a single valve core, resulting in a simple, low-cost, and highly reliable design. Even if the handle is damaged, water can still be dispensed via the sensor; conversely, if the sensor fails, manual operation continues, demonstrating excellent redundancy and practicality.

[0014] Other features and advantages of this invention will be described in detail in the following detailed description section. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 : Overall structural diagram of this utility model.

[0016] Figure 2 : Structural diagram of the water outlet control unit of this utility model.

[0017] Figure 3 Cross-sectional view of the faucet body of this utility model Figure 1 .

[0018] Figure 4 : Figure 3 Enlarged view of the structure of part A.

[0019] Figure 5 Cross-sectional view of the faucet body of this utility model Figure 2 .

[0020] Figure 6 : A cross-sectional view of the nozzle of this utility model.

[0021] Reference numerals: 1. Faucet body; 2. Outlet elbow; 3. Outlet control unit; 4. Nozzle; 5. Mounting base; 6. External power supply; 21. Seal; 22. Raised ring; 23. Annular groove; 24. Through hole; 25. Connecting ring; 26. Sealing ring groove one; 27. Sealing ring one; 28. Sealing ring groove two; 29. ​​Sealing ring two; 31. Handle; 32. Valve core; 33. Solenoid valve; 34. Sensor; 35. First water inlet channel; 36. Second water inlet channel; 37. Outlet channel; 351. First water inlet pipe; 361. Second water inlet pipe; 362. Three-way valve; 371. First water outlet pipe; 372. Second water outlet pipe; 41. Nozzle; 42. Raised block. Detailed Implementation

[0022] The technical solutions of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present invention.

[0023] Please refer to Figures 1-6 ;

[0024] A manual and sensor-operated integrated faucet includes a faucet body 1 and a water outlet control unit 3 mounted on the faucet body 1. The faucet body 1 has a water outlet bend 2 at its top. Water is directed into the faucet body 1 by controlling the water outlet control unit 3 and then sprayed out through the water outlet bend 2. The water outlet control unit 3 includes a handle 31, a valve core 32, a solenoid valve 33, and a sensor 34 electrically connected to the solenoid valve 33. The handle 31 is connected to the valve core 32, allowing the user to drive the valve core 32 by moving the handle 31, thus achieving manual water outlet control. The valve core 32 has a first water inlet channel 35, a second water inlet channel 36, and a water outlet channel 37. The first water inlet channel 35 is connected to a first water inlet pipe 35. 1. The first water inlet pipe 351 is connected to an external water source and serves as the main water inlet path in the manual water outlet mode. The second water inlet channel 36 is connected to the second water inlet pipe 361. The other end of the second water inlet pipe 361 is connected to a three-way valve 362. The other two ports of the three-way valve 362 are connected to the external water source and the solenoid valve 33, respectively, thus providing an independent water inlet path for the induction water outlet mode. The two ends of the water outlet channel 37 are connected to the first water outlet pipe 371 and the second water outlet pipe 372, respectively. The first water outlet pipe 371 is connected to the other end of the solenoid valve 33 and is used to introduce water into the water outlet channel 37 in the induction water outlet mode. The second water outlet pipe 372 is connected to the water outlet bend 2 and serves as the final water outlet path for both water outlet modes. When the user selects manual water dispensing, simply operate handle 31 to open valve core 32. Water from the external source flows sequentially through the first inlet pipe 351 and the first inlet channel 35 inside valve core 32 into outlet channel 37, and is then delivered to outlet bend 2 via second outlet pipe 372 before being sprayed out. When the user needs to use the induction water dispensing mode, simply bring your hand close to sensor 34. Sensor 34 detects the signal and automatically sends an opening command to solenoid valve 33. After solenoid valve 33 opens, water from the external source flows through three-way valve 362 into solenoid valve 33, then through the first inlet pipe 351 into outlet channel 37 of valve core 32, and finally through second outlet pipe 372 to outlet bend 2 before being sprayed out, achieving automatic water dispensing without manual operation. This application achieves switching between manual and induction modes using only one valve core 32, resulting in a simple structure, low cost, and high reliability. Even if the handle 31 is damaged, water can still be dispensed through the sensor 34. If the sensor 34 fails, it can still be used manually, which has good redundancy and practicality.

[0025] In this embodiment, a sealing element 21 is snapped into the inner side of the top of the faucet body 1, and the other end of the sealing element 21 extends into the water outlet bend 2. A protruding ring 22 is provided on the inner wall of the top of the faucet body 1, and an annular groove 23 is provided on the outer surface of the sealing element 21 to engage with the protruding ring 22, so that the sealing element 21 can be securely snapped into the faucet body 1 to achieve its fixed installation. The sealing element 21 is provided with a through hole 24 for connecting the second water outlet pipe 372 and the water outlet bend 2. The other end of the second water outlet pipe 372 extends into the through hole 24 and is provided with a connecting ring 25 at the end. The outer wall of the connecting ring 25 is provided with a plurality of sealing ring grooves 26, and a sealing ring 27 is provided in the plurality of sealing ring grooves 26, thereby achieving a tight sealing connection between the second water outlet pipe 372 and the through hole 24 to prevent water leakage. The top outer surface of the sealing element 21 is provided with a plurality of sealing ring grooves 28, and a sealing ring 29 is provided in the plurality of sealing ring grooves 28. The other side of the sealing ring 29 abuts against the inner wall of the water outlet bend 2. When the sealing element 21 is installed in place, the sealing ring 29 will abut against the inner wall of the water outlet bend 2, preventing water from leaking out from the connection gap between the faucet body 1 and the water outlet bend 2.

[0026] In this embodiment, a nozzle 4 is fixedly connected to the end of the water outlet bend 2 away from the faucet body 1. A nozzle 41 is threadedly connected to the water outlet of the nozzle 4. Several protrusions 42 are arranged in a circular array on the outer end face of the nozzle 41. The nozzle 41 can be easily unscrewed manually through the protrusions 42, and other types of nozzles can be replaced without the use of other tools.

[0027] In this embodiment, the bottom end of the faucet body 1 is threadedly connected to a fixing seat 5. The fixing seat 5 has external threads. The faucet body 1 is fixed in the installation position by the fixing seat 5, which makes installation convenient and improves the user experience.

[0028] In this embodiment, the solenoid valve 33 is connected to an external power supply 6, which supplies power to the solenoid valve 33 and the sensor 34.

[0029] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that this invention is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments described above, and that it can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or essential characteristics of this invention. Therefore, the embodiments should be considered illustrative and non-limiting in all respects, and the scope of this invention is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description. Thus, it is intended that all variations falling within the meaning and scope of equivalents of the claims be included within this invention. No reference numerals in the claims should be construed as limiting the scope of the claims.

[0030] Furthermore, it should be understood that although this specification describes embodiments, not every embodiment contains only one independent technical solution. This narrative style of the specification is merely for clarity. Those skilled in the art should consider the specification as a whole, and the technical solutions in each embodiment can also be appropriately combined to form other implementations that can be understood by those skilled in the art.

Claims

1. A manual and sensor-operated integrated faucet, characterized in that, It includes a faucet body (1) and a water outlet control unit (3) installed on the faucet body (1), wherein the top of the faucet body (1) is provided with a water outlet bend (2); The water outlet control unit (3) includes a handle (31), a valve core (32), a solenoid valve (33), and a sensor (34) electrically connected to the solenoid valve (33). The handle (31) is connected to the valve core (32). The valve core (32) is provided with a first water inlet channel (35), a second water inlet channel (36), and a water outlet channel (37). The first water inlet channel (35) is connected to a first water inlet pipe (351), which is connected to an external water source. The second water inlet channel... The channel (36) is connected to a second water inlet pipe (361), and the other end of the second water inlet pipe (361) is connected to a three-way valve (362). The other two ports of the three-way valve (362) are connected to an external water source and a solenoid valve (33), respectively. The two ends of the water outlet channel (37) are connected to a first water outlet pipe (371) and a second water outlet pipe (372), respectively. The first water outlet pipe (371) is connected to the other end of the solenoid valve (33), and the second water outlet pipe (372) is connected to the water outlet bend (2).

2. The manual and sensor-operated integrated faucet according to claim 1, characterized in that, A sealing element (21) is snapped into the inner side of the top of the faucet body (1). The other end of the sealing element (21) extends into the water outlet bend (2). A raised ring (22) is provided on the inner wall of the top of the faucet body (1). An annular groove (23) that engages with the raised ring (22) is provided on the outer surface of the sealing element (21). A through hole (24) is provided on the sealing element (21) for connecting the second water outlet pipe (372) with the water outlet bend (2). The other end of the second water outlet pipe (372) extends into the through hole (24). Inside 24), a connecting ring (25) is provided at the end. The outer wall of the connecting ring (25) is provided with several sealing ring grooves (26). A sealing ring (27) is provided in the several sealing ring grooves (26). The other side of the sealing ring (27) abuts against the inner wall of the through hole (24). The top outer surface of the sealing element (21) is provided with several sealing ring grooves (28). A sealing ring (29) is provided in the several sealing ring grooves (28). The other side of the sealing ring (29) abuts against the inner wall of the water outlet bend (2).

3. A manual and sensor-operated integrated faucet according to claim 1, characterized in that, The water outlet bend (2) is fixedly connected to a nozzle (4) at the end away from the faucet body (1). A nozzle (41) is threaded onto the water outlet of the nozzle (4). Several protrusions (42) are arranged in a circular array on the outer end face of the nozzle (41).

4. A manual and sensor-operated integrated faucet according to claim 2, characterized in that, The bottom end of the faucet body (1) is threadedly connected to a fixing seat (5), and the fixing seat (5) has an external thread.

5. A manual and sensor-operated integrated faucet according to claim 1, characterized in that, The solenoid valve (33) is connected to an external power supply (6).

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