Kettle with water inlet pipe switching structure

By designing a bent adapter and sealing structure in the electric kettle, the problem of fluid splashing when filling the kettle is solved, improving the user experience and water intake effect.

CN224085083UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-07GUANGDONG JIANHAO ELECTRIC APPLIANCE CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-03-25
Publication Date
2026-04-07

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Technical Problem

When filling an existing electric kettle, the excessive power of the water pump causes fluid to splash from the spout, affecting the user experience.

Method used

Design a water inlet pipe structure with a bending adapter, including a first adapter and a second adapter, with the water inlet and outlet set at a certain angle, combined with a seal and connector to prevent fluid splashing.

Benefits of technology

It effectively prevents fluid from splashing when filling with water, improves the user experience, enhances the water intake effect, and protects the internal structure of the kettle.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a kettle with a water inlet pipe adapter structure, which comprises a kettle main body, the kettle main body comprises a water storage cavity and a handle arranged outside the water storage cavity, and a water inlet pipe is arranged in the handle; at least one adapter is integrally or separately arranged at the position where the handle is communicated with the water storage cavity; the adapter is arranged in a bending manner; one end of the adapter is connected with the water inlet pipe; according to the utility model, the structural design is reasonable, the at least one adapter is arranged, and the adapter is bent, so that the situation that the fluid is splashed out of the water nozzle due to overlarge water pressure during water feeding work, so that the use of a user is influenced is prevented, and the water feeding efficiency is improved. And therefore, the fluid cannot splash when entering the water storage cavity, the use experience of a user is improved, and the water inlet effect is better.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of kettles, and in particular to a kettle with an inlet pipe adapter structure. Background Technology

[0002] Electric kettles are convenient to use, have high power, heat up quickly, and are relatively hygienic, making them widely used in hotels and homes. Some electric kettles are now used in tea bar machines. These kettles use a bottom-filling system, with water entering the kettle through the handle. However, in some of these kettles, the water pump's power is too high, causing water to splash out from the spout, resulting in a poor user experience. Utility Model Content

[0003] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a kettle with a water inlet pipe adapter structure, based on the current state of the technology.

[0004] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve the above-mentioned technical problems is as follows:

[0005] A kettle with a water inlet pipe adapter structure includes a kettle body, the kettle body including a water storage cavity and a handle disposed outside the water storage cavity, the handle being provided with a water inlet pipe; at least one adapter is integrally or separately disposed at the position where the handle communicates with the water storage cavity; the adapter is bent; one end of the adapter is connected to the water inlet pipe; fluid flows from the water inlet pipe to the adapter and then enters the water storage cavity.

[0006] The effect achieved by the above components is as follows: by setting at least one adapter with a bent design, it prevents fluid from splashing out of the nozzle due to excessive water pressure during water filling, thus affecting the user experience. It also prevents fluid from splashing when entering the water storage chamber, improving the user experience and making the water filling effect better.

[0007] Preferably, the adapter includes a first adapter portion and a second adapter portion; the first adapter portion is disposed inside the water storage cavity; an outlet is provided on the first adapter portion extending downward along the inner wall of the water storage cavity; an inlet is provided on the second adapter portion; the angle between the inlet and the outlet is at least greater than 0 degrees and less than 180 degrees.

[0008] The effects achieved by the above-mentioned components are as follows: by setting a first adapter and a second adapter, with the first adapter located inside the water storage chamber and an outlet for water discharge, the downward extension of the outlet prevents splashing of fluid during water intake; by setting an inlet for water intake, and positioning the inlet and outlet at a certain angle, the impact of fluid entering the water storage chamber is reduced.

[0009] Preferably, the first adapter and the second adapter are provided with a through hole that is connected to each other; a water level electrode needle is detachably or fixedly installed in the through hole.

[0010] The effect achieved by the above components is that the through holes are used to install the water level electrode needles, and the water level electrode needles prevent water overflow.

[0011] Preferably, the handle is provided with a connector; the connector includes a first connecting part and a second connecting part; the first connecting part is provided with a first connecting port; the second connecting part is provided with a second connecting port; the first connecting port is connected to the water inlet.

[0012] The effect achieved by the above components is that by setting a connector, and setting a first connector for connecting the water inlet on the first connecting part of the connector, and setting a second connector on the second connecting part, it is adapted to different kettle body structures.

[0013] Preferably, the adapter sleeve is provided with a sealing element; the sealing element is disposed between the handle and the water storage chamber.

[0014] The effect achieved by the above-mentioned components is as follows: by setting a seal between the handle and the water storage cavity, the sealing effect is improved, preventing water from overflowing into the handle and protecting the internal structure of the kettle body.

[0015] Preferably, the adapter is provided with at least one screw hole.

[0016] The effect achieved by the above-mentioned components is that, by setting screw holes, they enable the installation of screws and improve the fixing effect of the adapter.

[0017] Preferably, the water inlet pipe is connected to the second connection port or water inlet.

[0018] The aforementioned components achieve the following effect: connecting the water inlet pipe to the second connection port or water inlet, thus enabling water to enter the system.

[0019] Compared with the prior art, the advantages of this utility model are as follows: by setting at least one adapter, and the adapter adopts a bent design, it prevents the fluid from splashing out of the water nozzle due to excessive water pressure during water filling, thus affecting the user experience. It also prevents the fluid from splashing when entering the water storage chamber, improving the user experience and making the water filling effect better. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a schematic cross-sectional view of Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 3 This is a schematic cross-sectional view of Embodiment 2 of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 4 This is a schematic cross-sectional view of Embodiment 3 of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the split adapter structure of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the integrated adapter structure of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the sealing component structure of this utility model.

[0027] Reference numerals: 1. Kettle body; 11. Water storage chamber; 12. Handle; 13. Water inlet pipe; 2. Adapter; 21. First adapter; 22. Second adapter; 23. Water outlet; 24. Water inlet; 25. Through hole; 26. Water level electrode needle; 27. Screw hole; 3. Connector; 31. First connecting part; 32. Second connecting part; 33. First connecting port; 34. Second connecting port; 4. Seal. Detailed Implementation

[0028] The following drawings will disclose several embodiments of this utility model. For clarity, many practical details will be described in the following description. However, it should be understood that these practical details should not be used to limit this utility model. That is, in some embodiments of this utility model, these practical details are not essential. In addition, for the sake of simplicity, some conventional structures and components will be shown in the drawings in a simple schematic manner.

[0029] It should be noted that all directional indicators in this utility model embodiment, such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc., are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of each component in a certain specific posture (as shown in the figure). If the specific posture changes, the directional indicator will also change accordingly.

[0030] Furthermore, in addition to indicating orientation or positional relationship, the aforementioned terms may also be used to indicate other meanings. For example, the term "above" may also be used in some cases to indicate a certain dependency or connection relationship. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of these terms in this utility model can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0031] Furthermore, the terms "installation," "setting," "equipped with," "connection," "linking," and "socketing" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral structures; they can refer to mechanical connections or electrical connections; they can refer to direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium, or internal connections between two devices, components, or parts. The connection methods described herein are existing technologies without any modifications and are common knowledge to those skilled in the art. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0032] Furthermore, in this utility model, the use of terms such as "first" and "second" is for descriptive purposes only and does not specifically refer to any order or sequence, nor is it intended to limit the utility model. They are merely used to distinguish components or operations described with the same technical terms and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Therefore, a feature defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of those features. Additionally, the technical solutions of various embodiments can be combined with each other, but only if they are feasible for those skilled in the art. If a combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, it should be considered that such a combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

[0033] like Figures 1 to 7As shown, this utility model provides a kettle with a water inlet pipe 13 adapter structure, including a kettle body 1. The kettle body 1 includes a water storage cavity 11 and a handle 12 disposed outside the water storage cavity 11. The handle 12 is provided with a water inlet pipe 13. At least one adapter 2 is integrally or separately disposed at the position where the handle 12 communicates with the water storage cavity 11. The adapter 2 is bent. One end of the adapter 2 is connected to the water inlet pipe 13. Fluid flows from the water inlet pipe 13 to the adapter 2 and then enters the water storage cavity 11. By providing at least one adapter 2, and the adapter 2 being bent, it prevents fluid from splashing out of the spout due to excessive water pressure during water filling, thus affecting user use. It ensures that the fluid does not splash when entering the water storage cavity 11, improving the user experience and resulting in better water filling.

[0034] The adapter 2 includes a first adapter portion 21 and a second adapter portion 22. The first adapter portion 21 is disposed within the water storage chamber 11. An outlet 23 extends downward along the inner wall of the water storage chamber 11 on the first adapter portion 21. An inlet 24 is disposed on the second adapter portion 22. The angle between the inlet 24 and the outlet 23 is at least greater than 0 degrees and less than 180 degrees. By providing the first adapter portion 21 and the second adapter portion 22, with the first adapter portion 21 disposed within the water storage chamber 11 and the outlet 23 provided for water dispensing, the downward extension of the outlet 23 prevents splashing of fluid during water intake. By providing the inlet 24 for water intake, and setting the inlet 24 at a certain angle to the outlet 23, the impact of fluid entering the water storage chamber 11 is mitigated.

[0035] The first adapter 21 and the second adapter 22 are provided with a through hole 25 that is connected to each other; a water level electrode needle 26 is detachably or fixedly installed in the through hole 25. The through hole 25 is provided for the installation of the water level electrode needle 26, and the water level electrode needle 26 plays a role in preventing water overflow.

[0036] The handle 12 is provided with a connector 3; the connector 3 includes a first connecting part 31 and a second connecting part 32; the first connecting part 31 is provided with a first connecting port 33; the second connecting part 32 is provided with a second connecting port 34; the first connecting port 33 is connected to the water inlet 24. By providing the connector 3, and providing a first connecting port 33 for connecting the water inlet 24 on the first connecting part 31 of the connector 3, and a second connector 3 on the second connecting part 32, it is adapted to different structures of the kettle body 1.

[0037] The adapter 2 is fitted with a sealing element 4; the sealing element 4 is disposed between the handle 12 and the water storage cavity 11. By providing the sealing element 4 and placing it between the handle 12 and the water storage cavity 11, the sealing effect is improved, preventing water from overflowing into the handle 12 and protecting the internal structure of the kettle body 1.

[0038] The adapter 2 is provided with at least one screw hole 27. By providing the screw hole 27, it is used to install screws, thereby improving the fixing effect of the adapter 2.

[0039] The water inlet pipe 13 is connected to the second connection port 34 or the water inlet 24. Connecting the water inlet pipe 13 to the second connection port 34 or the water inlet 24 serves to allow water to enter.

[0040] In this embodiment 1:

[0041] When the adapter 2 and the handle 12 are integrated, the water inlet pipe 13 will be directly connected to the water inlet 24, and the water level electrode needle 26 will be installed in the through hole 25. At this time, the fluid will flow through the water inlet pipe 13 to the position of the water inlet 24, and then flow from the water outlet 23 into the water storage chamber 11.

[0042] In this embodiment 2:

[0043] When the adapter 2 and the handle 12 are separate, the adapter 2 will be fixedly connected between the handle 12 and the water storage chamber 11 through the screw hole 27. At this time, the seal 4 will be sleeved on the adapter 2 to play a sealing role. The water inlet pipe 13 will be directly connected to the water inlet 24, and the water level electrode needle 26 will be installed in the through hole 25. At this time, the fluid will flow through the water inlet pipe 13 to the water inlet 24, and then flow from the water outlet 23 into the water storage chamber 11.

[0044] In this embodiment 3:

[0045] When the adapter 2 and the handle 12 are separate and the connector 3 is provided, the adapter 2 will be fixedly connected between the handle 12 and the water storage chamber 11 through the screw hole 27. At this time, the seal 4 will be sleeved on the adapter 2 to play a sealing role. At this time, the water inlet pipe 13 will be directly connected to the second connection port 34. The first connection port 33 is connected to the water inlet 24 and inserted. The water level electrode needle 26 will be installed in the through hole 25. At this time, the fluid will pass through the second connection port 34, then flow from the first connection port 33 to the water inlet 24, and then flow from the water outlet 23 into the water storage chamber 11.

[0046] The water inlet pipe 13 described in this utility model is a conventional and well-known structure for those skilled in the art, and therefore is not marked in the accompanying drawings.

[0047] In the description of this specification, references are made to the terms "one embodiment", "some embodiments", "example", "specific example".

[0048] The descriptions using terms such as "example" or "some examples" indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0049] All standard parts used in this invention can be purchased from the market, and irregular parts can be customized according to the description and drawings. The specific connection methods of each part adopt conventional methods such as bolts, rivets, welding, and bonding that are mature in the existing technology, and will not be described in detail here.

[0050] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, various modifications and variations can be made in the specific implementation and application scope based on the idea of ​​this utility model. The content of this specification should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc. made within the spirit and principle of this utility model should be included within the scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A kettle with a water inlet adapter structure, comprising a kettle body, the kettle body including a water storage cavity and a handle disposed outside the water storage cavity, characterized in that: The handle is equipped with a water inlet pipe; at least one adapter is integrally or separately provided at the position where the handle communicates with the water storage chamber; the adapter is bent; one end of the adapter is connected to the water inlet pipe; fluid flows from the water inlet pipe to the adapter and then enters the water storage chamber; the adapter includes a first adapter part and a second adapter part; the first adapter part is located in the water storage chamber; an outlet is provided on the first adapter part extending downward along the inner wall of the water storage chamber; an inlet is provided on the second adapter part; the angle between the inlet and the outlet is greater than 0 degrees and less than 180 degrees; a through hole is provided on the first adapter part and the second adapter part; a water level electrode needle is detachably or fixedly installed in the through hole.

2. A kettle with an inlet pipe adapter structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The handle is provided with a connector; the connector includes a first connecting part and a second connecting part; the first connecting part is provided with a first connecting port; the second connecting part is provided with a second connecting port; the first connecting port is connected to the water inlet.

3. A kettle with an inlet pipe adapter structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: The adapter sleeve is equipped with a seal; the seal is located between the handle and the water storage chamber.

4. A kettle with an inlet pipe adapter structure according to claim 3, characterized in that: The adapter has at least one screw hole.

5. A kettle with an inlet pipe adapter structure according to claim 4, characterized in that: The water inlet pipe is connected to the second connection port or water inlet.