Self-cleaning small-grid dripping box
By using an arc-shaped stainless steel mesh and an arc-shaped frame, the drip box achieves automatic impurity cleaning, solving the problem of impurity clogging in traditional drip boxes and improving the filtration efficiency and user experience of aquariums.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- WUHAN XIAOGE YOUPIN PET SUPPLIES CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-05-26
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-24
AI Technical Summary
Traditional drip filters are difficult to automatically remove impurities in aquariums, leading to filter media clogging, high maintenance costs, and a poor user experience.
The design incorporates an arc-shaped stainless steel mesh and an arc-shaped frame, allowing impurities to be collected inside the filter frame by the water flow, achieving self-cleaning. An internal overflow channel is also included to prevent clogging and simplify maintenance.
It enables automatic cleaning of the filter plates, reduces clogging, improves filtration efficiency, reduces maintenance frequency, and enhances user convenience.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field, and in particular to a self-cleaning small-grid drip box. Background Technology
[0002] In aquarium farming, the filtration and purification of aquarium wastewater is a crucial step in ensuring water quality and fish health. Currently, most widely used drip trays have a flat-bottomed structure, with a rain tube at the top introducing wastewater into the device for initial filtration. However, this traditional structure still has several shortcomings in practical applications:
[0003] Traditional filter plate structures are difficult to automatically remove and trap impurities during operation. Impurities accumulate on the filter plates, which not only affects the filtration effect but also accelerates filter media clogging. Cleaning and replacing filter cotton or filter plates requires disassembling multiple structural components, resulting in high maintenance costs and a poor user experience.
[0004] To address this issue, we propose a self-cleaning, small-compartment drip box. Utility Model Content
[0005] The purpose of this invention is to address the problems existing in the background technology by proposing a self-cleaning small-grid drip box.
[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a self-cleaning small-grid drip box, comprising a box bottom plate, a box body, an arc-shaped frame and a filter frame, wherein the box body is provided with a partition, and the internal space of the box body is divided into an overflow area and a filtration area by the partition, and a water inlet is provided at the overflow area;
[0007] The bottom plate of the box is located at the bottom end of the box body. The bottom plate below the filter area is provided with equidistant connecting holes, and a cross brace bracket is provided at the top opening of each connecting hole.
[0008] The arc-shaped frame is located above the filtration area, and an arc-shaped stainless steel mesh is snapped onto the arc-shaped frame. The filter frame is inserted into the bottom plate of the box and is located at the lowest point of the arc-shaped frame.
[0009] Preferably, the highest point of the arc-shaped frame is inserted into the partition plate, and the lowest point of the arc-shaped frame is inserted into the filter frame.
[0010] Preferably, the bottom plate of the box is provided with an overflow port, and the overflow port is on the same side as the filter frame.
[0011] Preferably, the upper outer wall of the box body is provided with a skirt.
[0012] Preferably, the bottom plate of the box has a slot adapted to the filter frame, and the bottom end of the filter frame is inserted and positioned in the slot.
[0013] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:
[0014] In use, the self-cleaning small-grid drip box of this utility model is placed in a designated location and connected to the fish tank wastewater pipeline through the water inlet of the box. The water pump draws the wastewater from the fish tank into the overflow area. When the overflow area is full of wastewater, it overflows onto the arc-shaped frame. Under the filtering effect of the arc-shaped stainless steel mesh on the arc-shaped frame, the impurities in the wastewater are trapped on the arc-shaped stainless steel mesh. The filtered water then passes through the connecting hole and re-enters the fish tank.
[0015] A layer of filter cloth is laid inside the filter frame. Through the arc design of the arc-shaped stainless steel mesh and the arc frame, the impurities trapped on the arc-shaped stainless steel mesh gradually gather to the lowest point of the arc frame under the flushing of the water flow. Finally, the impurities fall into the filter frame and are trapped and concentrated in the filter frame by the cotton cloth, thus completing the self-cleaning operation of the arc-shaped stainless steel mesh.
[0016] Furthermore, through the design of the overflow port, when the arc-shaped stainless steel mesh is blocked, the built-in integrated overflow channel can drain the water in time to prevent water from overflowing outside the box.
[0017] This utility model achieves a self-cleaning function: it adopts a design that combines an arc-shaped frame with an arc-shaped stainless steel mesh. When wastewater flows through the arc-shaped stainless steel mesh, impurities are intercepted and gradually slide down to the lowest point of the arc-shaped frame under the flushing of the water flow, and finally fall into the bottom of the filter frame. This process does not require manual intervention and automatically completes the cleaning of the filter plate, effectively reducing clogging. The filter frame is equipped with a filter cloth to intercept the accumulated impurities, which is convenient for subsequent centralized cleaning and improves the overall filtration efficiency.
[0018] The device features a built-in integrated overflow channel to ensure effective drainage even when the filter plate is clogged, preventing overflow. The overall structure is optimized for easy daily disassembly, washing, and cloth replacement, enhancing user convenience. Attached Figure Description
[0019] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention;
[0020] Figure 2 For the present utility model Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure;
[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the box bottom plate structure of this utility model;
[0022] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the arc-shaped frame structure of this utility model.
[0023] Figure label:
[0024] 1. Box bottom plate; 101. Connecting hole; 102. Cross brace bracket; 103. Overflow port; 104. Groove; 2. Box body; 3. Skirt; 4. Curved stainless steel mesh; 5. Curved frame; 6. Water inlet; 7. Filter frame; 8. Partition plate. Detailed Implementation
[0025] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.
[0026] Example 1
[0027] like Figures 1-4 As shown, the present invention proposes a self-cleaning small grid drip box, including a box bottom plate 1, a box body 2, an arc frame 5 and a filter frame 7. The box body 2 is provided with a partition 8 inside, and the internal space of the box body 2 is divided into an overflow area and a filter area through the partition 8. A water inlet 6 is provided at the overflow area.
[0028] The bottom plate 1 is located at the bottom of the box body 2. The bottom plate 1 below the filter area has equidistant connecting holes 101. The arc frame 5 is located above the filter area. The highest point of the arc frame 5 is inserted into the partition plate 8, and the lowest point of the arc frame 5 is inserted into the filter frame 7. An arc-shaped stainless steel mesh 4 is snapped onto the arc frame 5. The filter frame 7 is inserted into the bottom plate 1 and is located at the lowest point of the arc frame 5.
[0029] In use, the self-cleaning small-grid drip box of this utility model is placed in a designated position and connected to the fish tank wastewater pipeline through the water inlet 6 of the box body 2. The water pump draws the wastewater in the fish tank into the overflow area. When the overflow area is full of wastewater, it overflows onto the arc frame 5. Under the filtering effect of the arc stainless steel mesh 4 on the arc frame 5, the impurities in the wastewater are trapped on the arc stainless steel mesh 4. The filtered water then passes through the connecting hole 101 and re-enters the fish tank.
[0030] A layer of filter cloth is laid inside the filter frame 7. Through the arc design of the arc stainless steel mesh 4 and the arc frame 5, the impurities retained on the arc stainless steel mesh 4 gradually gather to the lowest point of the arc frame 5 under the flushing of the water flow. Finally, the impurities fall into the filter frame 7 and are trapped and concentrated in the filter frame 7 by the cotton cloth, thus completing the self-cleaning operation of the arc stainless steel mesh 4.
[0031] Furthermore, the curved stainless steel mesh 4 and the curved frame 5 adopt a separate snap-fit design. When it is necessary to clean or replace the curved stainless steel mesh 4, it can be pushed out from the curved frame 5 to complete the disassembly of the curved stainless steel mesh 4.
[0032] Example 2
[0033] like Figures 1-4 As shown, the present invention proposes a self-cleaning small-grid drip box. Compared with the first embodiment, this embodiment further includes: an overflow port 103 is provided on the bottom plate 1 of the box. The overflow port 103 is on the same side as the filter frame 7. Through the design of the overflow port 103, when the arc-shaped stainless steel mesh 4 is blocked, the built-in integrated overflow channel can drain in time to prevent water from overflowing out of the box.
[0034] The upper outer wall of the box 2 is provided with a skirt 3. The design of the skirt 3 makes it convenient for personnel to move the device through the skirt 3.
[0035] Each connecting hole 101 has a cross bracing bracket 102 at its top opening. Furthermore, a layer of filter cotton cloth can be laid on the cross bracing bracket 102 to cover the connecting hole 101. The water is then filtered a second time through the filter cotton. Due to the design of the cross bracing bracket 102, the position of the cotton cloth is raised, which greatly increases the actual water-receiving area of the cotton cloth. During use, the effective service life of the filter cotton is greatly extended, effectively reducing the frequency of filter cotton replacement or cleaning.
[0036] The bottom plate 1 of the box has a slot 104 that is adapted to the filter frame 7. The bottom end of the filter frame 7 is inserted and positioned in the slot 104. The design of the slot 104 facilitates the stable placement and positioning of the filter frame 7.
[0037] The above specific embodiments are merely several preferred embodiments of this utility model. Based on the technical solution of this utility model and the relevant teachings of the above embodiments, those skilled in the art can make various alternative improvements and combinations to the above specific embodiments.
[0038] 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.
Claims
1. A self-cleaning small-grid drip box, comprising a bottom plate (1), a box body (2), an arc-shaped frame (5), and a filter frame (7), characterized in that: The box (2) is provided with a partition (8) inside. The internal space of the box (2) is divided into an overflow area and a filtration area by the partition (8). A water inlet (6) is provided in the overflow area. The bottom plate (1) is located at the bottom of the box body (2). The bottom plate (1) below the filter area is provided with connecting holes (101) at equal intervals. The top opening of each connecting hole (101) is provided with a cross bracing bracket (102). The arc-shaped frame (5) is located above the filtration area. An arc-shaped stainless steel mesh (4) is snapped onto the arc-shaped frame (5). The filter frame (7) is inserted into the bottom plate (1) of the box and is located at the lowest point of the arc-shaped frame (5).
2. The self-cleaning small-compartment drip box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The highest end of the arc-shaped frame (5) is inserted into the partition plate (8), and the lowest end of the arc-shaped frame (5) is inserted into the filter frame (7).
3. The self-cleaning small-compartment drip box according to claim 1, characterized in that: An overflow port (103) is provided on the bottom plate (1) of the box, and the overflow port (103) is on the same side as the filter frame (7).
4. The self-cleaning small-grid drip box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper outer wall of the box (2) is provided with a skirt (3).
5. A self-cleaning small-compartment drip box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom plate (1) of the box is provided with a slot (104) that is compatible with the filter frame (7), and the bottom end of the filter frame (7) is inserted and positioned in the slot (104).