Cabinet with sterilization function
By integrating a sterilization module into the cabinet door and combining it with a fan to achieve air circulation, the problem of internal cabinet space occupation is solved, achieving convenient sterilization effect and space utilization.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-03-28
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-03
AI Technical Summary
Existing cabinets with sterilization functions occupy valuable storage space inside the cabinet because the sterilization module is located inside the cabinet.
The sterilization module is integrated into the cabinet door. When the cabinet door is closed, the sterilization agent enters the cabinet and, combined with the fan, achieves internal air circulation. The sterilization module includes a plasma module, a photocatalytic module, an ozone generator, etc., and can be started or stopped by the control unit on the cabinet door.
It achieves increased effective storage space in the cabinet without occupying internal space, provides comprehensive sterilization, is easy to operate, and reduces the escape of sterilization agents.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to a cabinet, and more particularly to a cabinet with a sterilization function. Background Technology
[0002] Cabinets are a common type of furniture used for storing items, and they come in various types and functions. Currently, many cabinets with sterilization functions have emerged in the market. These are special cabinets typically used to store tableware, clothing, or other items that require cleanliness and hygiene. These cabinets achieve their sterilization and disinfection function through a sterilization module installed inside the cabinet. However, placing the sterilization module inside the cabinet has the following drawbacks: the sterilization module usually occupies a certain amount of space, which reduces the effective space available for storing items inside the cabinet. Utility Model Content
[0003] This utility model addresses the technical problems existing in the prior art by providing a cabinet with a sterilization function, which integrates the sterilization module on the cabinet door, thus solving the problem of the sterilization module occupying internal cabinet space.
[0004] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve its technical problem is: a cabinet with sterilization function, including a cabinet body, a cabinet door provided on the cabinet body, the cabinet door including a door panel and a sterilization module, the sterilization module being connected to the door panel, and the sterilization module being able to generate sterilization factors, the sterilization factors entering the cabinet body when the cabinet door is closed.
[0005] In a preferred embodiment, the sterilization module includes a sterilization factor generator; the sterilization module also includes a fan configured to circulate air within the cabinet; the sterilization module also includes a main control board, and the sterilization factor generator and the fan are electrically connected to the main control board respectively.
[0006] In a preferred embodiment, the bactericidal agent generator includes one or more of a plasma module, a photocatalyst module, and an ozone generator.
[0007] In a preferred embodiment, the sterilization module further includes a housing component, wherein the sterilization agent generator, the fan, and the main control board are disposed within the accommodating cavity formed by the housing component, and the housing component has an air inlet for the fan and an air outlet for the fan on the side facing the interior of the cabinet.
[0008] In a preferred embodiment, at least the portion of the housing component having the air inlet and air outlet is made of aluminum alloy, and the air inlet and air outlet have a grid inside.
[0009] In a preferred embodiment, the cabinet door is provided with a control part, which is configured to be operable to start or stop the sterilization module when the cabinet door is closed.
[0010] In a preferred embodiment, the control portion is located on the side of the cabinet door facing away from the cabinet body in the thickness direction, and the control portion includes control buttons.
[0011] In a preferred embodiment, the sterilization module and the door panel are assembled and fixed together in the height or width direction of the cabinet door.
[0012] In a preferred embodiment, one of the sterilization module and the door panel is provided with a positioning protrusion, and the other of the sterilization module and the door panel is provided with a positioning groove, and the positioning protrusion is inserted into the positioning groove; an adhesive layer is provided between the sterilization module and the door panel to bond the sterilization module and the door panel together.
[0013] In a preferred embodiment, the cabinet door further includes a mirror, which is fixed to the door panel and / or the sterilization module and faces away from the cabinet body when the cabinet door is closed.
[0014] In a preferred embodiment, the side of the door panel facing the mirror is provided with a wiring groove for the power cord of the sterilization module to travel through. One end of the wiring groove leads to the sterilization module, and the other end of the door panel is provided with an outlet hole that connects to the wiring groove and passes through the side of the door panel facing away from the mirror.
[0015] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:
[0016] 1. Since the cabinet door of this utility model includes a door panel and a sterilization module, the sterilization module is connected to the door panel and can generate sterilization factors. These sterilization factors enter the cabinet body when the cabinet door is closed, thus integrating sterilization function into the cabinet door of this utility model. This allows the cabinet of this utility model to have sterilization function while avoiding the need to place the sterilization module inside the cabinet body, thereby freeing up the space occupied by the sterilization module inside the cabinet body and increasing the effective storage space inside the cabinet.
[0017] 2. In addition to a sterilization agent generator, the sterilization module of this utility model also includes a fan, which can use the fan to achieve internal air circulation in the cabinet, thereby facilitating the diffusion of sterilization agents throughout the entire cabinet and reducing sterilization dead spots inside the cabinet.
[0018] 3. The cabinet door is equipped with a control part, which is configured to be operable to start or stop the sterilization module when the cabinet door is closed, so that the sterilization module can be started or stopped without opening the cabinet door, thereby making the sterilization module of this utility model more convenient to operate and reducing the escape of sterilization factors generated by the sterilization module.
[0019] 4. As a preferred option, the sterilization module and the door panel are spliced and fixed in the height or width direction of the cabinet door, so that the sterilization module is laid flat on the cabinet door, rather than distributed in the thickness direction of the cabinet door. This helps to reduce the overall thickness of the cabinet door, saves materials for the door panel, simplifies the processing technology of the door panel, and thus helps to reduce costs.
[0020] 5. The installation of cable trays makes the entire cabinet door more concise and aesthetically pleasing. Attached Figure Description
[0021] Figure 1 This is an exploded view of the cabinet according to this utility model;
[0022] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the sterilization module of this utility model;
[0023] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the sterilization module of this utility model;
[0024] Figure 4 This is a structural schematic diagram of the door panel of this utility model;
[0025] Figure 5 This is a sectional view of the cabinet door of this utility model;
[0026] Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the cabinet of this utility model (cabinet door open);
[0027] In the diagram, 10 is the cabinet body; 20 is the cabinet door; 1 is the door panel; 11 is the positioning groove; 12 is the wiring groove; 13 is the cable outlet; 2 is the sterilization module; 21 is the plasma module; 22 is the fan; 23 is the main control board; 231 is the button; 24 is the front shell; 25 is the rear shell; 251 is the air inlet; 252 is the air outlet; 253 is the positioning protrusion; 26 is the left shell; 27 is the right shell; 3 is the mirror; and 4 is the control button. Detailed Implementation
[0028] The present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments; however, the cabinet with sterilization function of the present invention is not limited to the embodiments.
[0029] In this utility model, the use of terms such as "up," "down," "left," "right," "front," and "back" to indicate orientation or positional relationships is based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings. These terms are used solely for the purpose of describing the utility model and do not indicate or imply that the device must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this utility model. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.
[0030] Furthermore, in the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "and / or" describes the relationship between related objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B can represent: A existing alone, A and B existing simultaneously, or B existing alone. The character " / " generally indicates that the preceding and following related objects have an "or" relationship.
[0031] Please see Figures 1-6 As shown, the present invention provides a cabinet with sterilization function, including a cabinet body 10, a cabinet door 20, a door panel 1 and a sterilization module 2, the sterilization module 2 being connected to the door panel 1 and capable of generating sterilization factors, which enter the cabinet body 10 when the cabinet door 20 is closed.
[0032] In this embodiment, the sterilization module 2 includes a sterilization factor generator, a fan 22, and a main control board 23. The fan 22 is configured to circulate air within the cabinet 10, facilitating the diffusion of sterilization factors throughout the entire cabinet 10 and reducing sterilization dead zones within the cabinet 10. The sterilization factor generator and the fan 22 are electrically connected to the main control board 23, allowing the main control board 23 to control the operating states of the sterilization factor generator and the fan 22. The sterilization factor generator includes one or more of a plasma module, a photocatalyst module, and an ozone generator. In this embodiment, the sterilization factor generator is exemplified by the plasma module 21, but it is not limited to this. The plasma module 21, when energized, can decompose and generate a large number of positive and negative ions. These plasmas constitute sterilization factors, which can destroy the cell membranes of bacteria, achieving a sterilization effect.
[0033] The sterilization module 2 also includes a housing component. The sterilization agent generator (i.e., plasma module 21), fan 22 and main control board 23 are disposed in the accommodating cavity formed by the housing component. The housing component has an air inlet 251 for the fan 22 to enter and an air outlet 252 for the fan 22 to exit on the side facing the inside of the cabinet 10. The portion of the housing component with at least the air inlet 251 and the air outlet 252 is made of aluminum alloy. The air inlet 251 and the air outlet 252 are provided with grids. Specifically, the housing components include a front shell 24, a rear shell 25, a left side cover 26, and a right side cover 27. The front shell 24 is made of plastic, and the plasma module 21, fan 22, main control board 23, and grid are all mounted on the front shell 24. The rear shell 25, left side cover 26, and right side cover 27 are all made of aluminum alloy and together with the front shell 24 form a housing cavity for the housing components. The rear shell 25 is provided with the aforementioned air inlet 251 and air outlet 252, and the air inlet 251 and air outlet 252 are distributed on the left and right sides, but are not limited to this.
[0034] The sterilization module 2 is assembled and fixed to the door panel 1 in the height direction (i.e., vertical direction) or width direction (i.e., horizontal direction) of the cabinet door 20. Therefore, the sterilization module 2 constitutes a part of the cabinet door 20. Specifically, in this embodiment, the sterilization module 2 is assembled and fixed to the door panel 1 in the height direction of the cabinet door 20, and the sterilization module 2 is located below the door panel 1. In other embodiments, the sterilization module 2 is embedded in a groove provided on the surface of the door panel 1 facing the cabinet body.
[0035] In this embodiment, the sterilization module 2 and the door panel 1 are fixed as follows: one of the sterilization module 2 and the door panel 1 is provided with a positioning protrusion, and the other of the sterilization module 2 and the door panel 1 is provided with a positioning groove. The positioning protrusion is inserted into the positioning groove. In addition, an adhesive layer is provided between the sterilization module 2 and the door panel 1 to bond the sterilization module 2 and the door panel 1 together. Specifically, the positioning protrusion 253 is provided at the upper end of the rear shell 25 of the sterilization module 2, and the positioning protrusion 253 is a long strip extending in the left and right direction, but it is not limited to this. The positioning groove 11 is provided at the lower end of the door panel 1 and is adapted to the positioning protrusion 253. The positioning protrusion 253 is inserted into the positioning groove 11 from bottom to top, and the two are preferably in an interference fit, but it is not limited to this. They can also be in a clearance fit and filled with glue for fixation. The adhesive layer is specifically 3M glue, but it is not limited to this. In other embodiments, the adhesive layer is glass glue, etc. The sterilization module 2 and the door panel 1 can also be fixed by screws and / or snap-fit connections.
[0036] The cabinet door 20 also includes a mirror 3, which is fixed to the door panel 1 and / or the sterilization module 2, and faces away from the cabinet body 10 when the cabinet door 20 is closed. Specifically, the mirror 3 is fixed to the front side of the door panel 1 and the sterilization module 2 with glass glue. Therefore, this utility model constitutes a mirror cabinet, but the type of cabinet of this utility model is not limited to this. In other embodiments, the cabinet of this utility model is the main cabinet of a bathroom cabinet, or a kitchen cabinet, dining room cabinet, etc.
[0037] In this embodiment, the cabinet door 20 is provided with a control part, which is configured to be operable to start or stop the sterilization module 2 when the cabinet door 20 is closed. Specifically, the control part is located on the side of the cabinet door 20 facing away from the cabinet body 10 in the thickness direction, that is, the control part is located on the mirror surface 3, and the control part includes control buttons 4.
[0038] The door panel 1, facing the mirror 3, has a wiring channel 12 for the power cord of the sterilization module 2. One end of the wiring channel 12 leads to the sterilization module 2, and the other end of the door panel 1 has a cable outlet 13 that connects to the wiring channel 12 and extends through the side of the door panel 1 facing away from the mirror 3. The wiring channel 12 is roughly inverted L-shaped, such as... Figure 4 As shown, but not limited to.
[0039] In this utility model, a cabinet with sterilization function is assembled by first connecting the sterilization module 2 to the lower end of the door panel 1 with 3M adhesive, and then arranging the power cord of the sterilization module 2 so that it runs along the wiring groove 12 and passes through the outlet hole 13, so that it can pass through the corrugated pipe and be electrically connected to the power module located on the top of the cabinet body 10. Then, apply glass glue to the front side of the door panel 1 and the sterilization module 2, and cover the mirror 3 to complete the installation of the entire cabinet door 20.
[0040] When in use, with the cabinet door 20 closed, the user can press the control button 4 on the mirror 3 to trigger the corresponding button 231 on the main control board 23, thereby activating the plasma module 21 and the fan 22. The plasma module 21 generates a large number of positive and negative ions, which enter the cabinet 10. After the fan 22 is activated, it draws in air from the air inlet 251 and exhausts air from the air outlet 252, enabling internal air circulation inside the cabinet 10 and diffusing the plasma gas throughout the entire cabinet 10 for thorough sterilization.
[0041] The cabinet door 20 of this invention integrates a sterilization function, eliminating the need to place the sterilization module 2 inside the cabinet body 10. This frees up space occupied by the sterilization module 2 within the cabinet body 10, increasing the effective storage space within the cabinet body 10. Specifically, the sterilization module 2 of this invention is equipped with a fan 22, enabling internal air circulation within the cabinet body 10. This promotes the diffusion of sterilizing agents within the cabinet body 10, thereby enhancing the sterilization effect. This invention also includes a control section (i.e., control button 4) on the cabinet door 20, allowing users to activate the sterilization function of the sterilization module 2 without opening the cabinet door 20. This improves user convenience and reduces the escape of sterilizing agents, further enhancing the sterilization effect within the cabinet body 10.
[0042] The present invention relates to a cabinet with sterilization function. The parts not covered (such as the connection method between the cabinet door and the cabinet body) are the same as or can be implemented using existing technology.
[0043] The above embodiments are only used to further illustrate a cabinet with sterilization function according to the present invention. However, the present invention is not limited to the embodiments. Any simple modifications, equivalent changes and modifications made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the present invention shall fall within the protection scope of the present invention.
Claims
1. A cabinet with sterilization function, comprising a cabinet body, a cabinet door is arranged on the cabinet body, characterized in that: The cabinet door comprises a door panel and a sterilization module, the sterilization module is connected to the door panel, and the sterilization module can generate sterilization factors which enter the cabinet body in the closed state of the cabinet door.
2. The cabinet with sterilization function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The sterilization module comprises a sterilization factor generator, a fan configured to realize air internal circulation in the cabinet body, and a main control board, and the sterilization factor generator and the fan are electrically connected to the main control board.
3. The cabinet with sterilization function according to claim 2, characterized in that: The sterilization factor generator comprises one or more of a plasma module, a photocatalyst module, and an ozone generator.
4. The cabinet with sterilization function according to claim 2, characterized in that: The sterilization module further comprises a housing component, the sterilization factor generator, the fan, and the main control board are arranged in a receiving cavity formed by the housing component, and the housing component is provided with an air inlet for the fan to take in air and an air outlet for the fan to discharge air on the side facing the interior of the cabinet body.
5. The cabinet with sterilization function according to claim 4, characterized in that: At least part of the housing component provided with the air inlet and the air outlet is made of aluminum alloy, and the air inlet and the air outlet are provided with a grid.
6. The cabinet with sterilization function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cabinet door is provided with a control part configured to be controlled to start or stop the sterilization module in the closed state of the cabinet door.
7. The cabinet with sterilization function according to claim 6, characterized in that: The control part is located on the side of the cabinet door facing away from the cabinet body in the thickness direction, and the control part comprises a control button.
8. The cabinet with sterilization function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The sterilization module and the door panel are fixed together in the height direction or the width direction of the cabinet door.
9. The cabinet with sterilization function according to claim 8, characterized in that: One of the sterilization module and the door panel is provided with a positioning protrusion, and the other is provided with a positioning groove, the positioning protrusion is inserted into the positioning groove, and an adhesive layer is arranged between the sterilization module and the door panel to bond them together.
10. The cabinet with sterilization function according to any one of claims 1-9, characterized in that: The cabinet door further comprises a mirror fixed to the door panel and / or the sterilization module and facing away from the cabinet body in the closed state of the cabinet door.
11. The cabinet with sterilization function according to claim 10, characterized in that: One side of the door panel facing the mirror is provided with a wiring groove for the power supply line of the sterilization module to run, one end of the wiring groove is open to the sterilization module, and the door panel is provided with a wire outlet hole at the other end of the wiring groove, the wire outlet hole is connected to the wiring groove and penetrates the side of the door panel facing away from the mirror.