Water drinking device

Abstract

The utility model relates to a water drinking device. The water drinking device comprises a first tank body, a second tank body, a first heat exchanger, a second heat exchanger and a connecting valve, the first tank body is provided with a first mounting part, the first heat exchanger is arranged on the first mounting part, the second tank body is provided with a second mounting part, and the second heat exchanger is arranged on the second mounting part; the connecting valve is provided with a first connector, a second connector and a water outlet, the first connector is connected with the first tank body, the second connector is connected with the second tank body, and the connecting valve is used for communicating the first tank body with the second tank body. The water drinking device can improve the cold water output efficiency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of water dispensers, specifically to a water drinking device. Background Technology

[0002] A water purifier, also known as a water filter or water purifier, is a water treatment device that performs deep filtration and purification of water according to usage requirements. With the diversification of drinking water needs, drinking cold water is becoming increasingly popular. Therefore, adding cooling functions to water purifiers has become a trend. However, current water purifiers often produce relatively little cold water, meaning that when users need more cold water, the purifier may frequently produce insufficiently cold water, negatively impacting the user experience. Utility Model Content

[0003] Therefore, this utility model provides a drinking water device. The drinking water device can improve the efficiency of cold water production.

[0004] This utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0005] A drinking water device includes: a first tank, a second tank, a first heat exchanger, a second heat exchanger, and a connecting valve;

[0006] The first tank has a first mounting part, and the first heat exchanger is disposed in the first mounting part; the second tank has a second mounting part, and the second heat exchanger is disposed in the second mounting part.

[0007] The connecting valve has a first interface, a second interface, and a water outlet. The first interface is connected to the first tank, and the second interface is connected to the second tank. The connecting valve is used to connect the first tank and the second tank.

[0008] Furthermore, it also includes: the shell;

[0009] A baffle is provided inside the shell, which divides the shell into a first cavity and a second cavity; wherein the first tank is disposed in the first cavity and the second tank is disposed in the second cavity.

[0010] Furthermore, it also includes: thermal conductive components;

[0011] Both the first tank and the second tank are provided with mounting holes, and the heat-conducting component is disposed in the mounting holes. The heat-conducting component is in contact with the first heat exchanger and / or the second heat exchanger, and the heat-conducting component is used to transfer heat into the first tank and the second tank.

[0012] Furthermore, the heat-conducting component includes: a heat-absorbing element and multiple heat-conducting elements;

[0013] Multiple heat-conducting elements are spaced apart on the heat-absorbing element, and the heat-absorbing element is attached to the first heat exchanger and the second heat exchanger. The heat-conducting element is used to transfer heat from the heat-absorbing element.

[0014] Furthermore, it also includes: limiting components;

[0015] The limiting member is disposed around the outer periphery of the mounting hole. The limiting member includes an extension and a limiting portion, wherein the limiting portion is disposed on the extension and there is an included angle between the extension and the limiting portion; when the heat-conducting component is installed in the mounting hole, the limiting portion is parallel to the heat-conducting component.

[0016] Furthermore, it also includes: filter element assembly;

[0017] The filter element assembly is disposed in the drinking water device and is connected to the first tank and the second tank respectively. The filter element assembly is used to replenish the first tank and the second tank with purified water.

[0018] Furthermore, both the first heat exchanger and the second heat exchanger are semiconductor refrigerators, and the semiconductor refrigerators have a cooling surface and a heating surface;

[0019] The cooling surface is attached to the first mounting part and the second mounting part, or the heating surface is attached to the first mounting part and the second mounting part.

[0020] Furthermore, it also includes: heat dissipation components;

[0021] The heat dissipation component is disposed on the heating surface and is used to dissipate heat from the semiconductor cooler.

[0022] Furthermore, the heat dissipation component includes: heat dissipation fins, heat sink, and driving component;

[0023] The heat dissipation fins are disposed on the heat dissipation component, the driving component is disposed on the heat dissipation fins, and the heat dissipation component is disposed on the heating surface.

[0024] Furthermore, both the first tank and the second tank are provided with a heat insulation layer on their outer periphery.

[0025] The aforementioned drinking water device comprises a first tank and a second tank, both connected to a connecting valve. Water from both tanks can be discharged through the connecting valve. The first tank has a first mounting section and a first heat exchanger, which cools the first tank to produce cold water. Similarly, the second tank has a second mounting section and a second heat exchanger, which cools the second tank to produce cold water. Thus, both tanks can produce cold water simultaneously. When a large volume of cold water is needed, both tanks can produce cold water at the same time to meet the user's high-flow-rate water demand. Attached Figure Description

[0026] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0027] Figure 1 One of the structural schematic diagrams of the drinking water device provided in the embodiment of this utility model;

[0028] Figure 2 A second schematic diagram of the structure of the drinking device provided in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0029] Figure 3 One of the cross-sectional views of the first tank or the second tank provided in the embodiment of this utility model;

[0030] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the heat-conducting component provided in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0031] Figure 5 A second cross-sectional view of the first or second tank provided for an embodiment of this utility model;

[0032] Figure 6 for Figure 5 Enlarged view of point A in the middle;

[0033] Figure 7 The third schematic diagram of the drinking device provided in the embodiment of this utility model;

[0034] Figure 8 A schematic diagram of the heat dissipation component provided in an embodiment of this utility model.

[0035] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0036] 100-Drinking device; 10-First tank; 11-First mounting part; 20-Second tank; 21-Second mounting part; 22-Mounting hole; 30-First heat exchanger; 40-Second heat exchanger; 50-Connecting valve; 51-First interface; 52-Second interface; 53-Water outlet; 60-Shell; 61-Baffle; 62-First cavity; 63-Second cavity; 70-Heat-conducting component; 71-Heat-absorbing component; 72-Heat-conducting component; 80-Limiting component; 81-Extension; 82-Limiting component; 90-Filter element assembly; 91-Cooling surface; 92-Heating surface; 110-Heat-dissipating component; 111-Heat-dissipating fins; 112-Heat-dissipating component; 113-Driver; 120-Insulation layer. Detailed Implementation

[0037] 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.

[0038] The terms "first," "second," etc., in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this utility model are used to distinguish different objects, not to describe a specific order. Furthermore, the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion. For example, a process, method, system, product, or apparatus that includes a series of steps or units is not limited to the listed steps or units, but may optionally include steps or units not listed, or may optionally include other steps or units inherent to these processes, methods, products, or apparatuses.

[0039] In this document, references to "embodiment" or "implementation" mean that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with an embodiment or implementation may be included in at least one embodiment of the present invention. The appearance of this phrase in various places throughout the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a separate or alternative embodiment mutually exclusive with other embodiments. It will be explicitly and implicitly understood by those skilled in the art that the embodiments described herein can be combined with other embodiments.

[0040] A water purifier, also known as a water filter or water purifier, is a water treatment device that performs deep filtration and purification of water according to usage requirements. With the diversification of drinking water needs, drinking cold water is becoming increasingly popular. Therefore, adding cooling functions to water purifiers has become a trend. However, current water purifiers often produce relatively little cold water, meaning that when users need more cold water, the purifier may frequently produce insufficiently cold water, negatively impacting the user experience.

[0041] Therefore, this embodiment provides a drinking water device 100. The drinking water device 100 can improve the efficiency of cold water production.

[0042] Please see Figure 1 A drinking water device 100 includes: a first tank 10, a second tank 20, a first heat exchanger 30, a second heat exchanger 40, and a connecting valve 50;

[0043] The first tank 10 has a first mounting part 11, and the first heat exchanger 30 is disposed in the first mounting part 11. The second tank 20 has a second mounting part 21, and the second heat exchanger 40 is disposed in the second mounting part 21.

[0044] The connecting valve 50 has a first interface 51, a second interface 52, and an outlet 53. The first interface 51 is connected to the first tank 10, and the second interface 52 is connected to the second tank 20. The connecting valve 50 is used to connect the first tank 10 and the second tank 20.

[0045] The aforementioned drinking water device 100 comprises a first tank 10 and a second tank 20, both connected to a connecting valve 50. Water from both tanks can be discharged through the connecting valve 50. The first tank 10 has a first mounting part 11 and a first heat exchanger 30, which cools the first tank 10 to produce cold water. Similarly, the second tank 20 has a second mounting part 21 and a second heat exchanger 40, which also cools the second tank 20 to produce cold water. Thus, both tanks can simultaneously produce cold water, allowing for the simultaneous production of large volumes of cold water to meet the user's high-flow-rate needs.

[0046] Understandably, the first tank 10 has a first mounting part 11, and the second tank 20 has a second mounting part 21. The first mounting part 11 is disposed on the side wall of the first tank 10, and the second mounting part 21 is disposed on the side wall of the second tank 20. The first heat exchanger 30 is disposed on the first mounting part 11, and the second heat exchanger 40 is disposed on the second mounting part 21. When the user needs water, the first heat exchanger 30 can cool or heat the first tank 10, and the second heat exchanger 40 can cool or heat the second tank 20. In this way, the first tank 10 and the second tank 20 can simultaneously cool or heat water, so that the drinking water device 100 can output cold or hot water at a large flow rate.

[0047] Please see Figure 2 In some embodiments, it further includes: a housing 60;

[0048] A baffle 61 is provided inside the housing 60, which divides the housing 60 into a first cavity 62 and a second cavity 63; wherein, the first tank 10 is disposed in the first cavity 62, and the second tank 20 is disposed in the second cavity 63.

[0049] Understandably, a baffle 61 is provided in the shell 60, which is vertically arranged inside the shell 60 to divide the interior of the shell 60 into a first cavity 62 and a second cavity 63, with the first cavity 62 spaced apart from the second cavity 63. A first tank 10 is disposed in the first cavity 62, and a second tank 20 is disposed in the second cavity 63. A first heat exchanger 30 is provided on the first tank 10, and a second heat exchanger 40 is provided on the second tank 20. The first heat exchanger 30 and the second heat exchanger 40 can generate heat or cold, and can be used for cooling or heating depending on the specific situation. Specifically, the first tank 10 can produce cold water, and the second tank 20 can produce hot water, or the first tank 10 and the second tank 20 can produce cold water simultaneously, or both can produce hot water at the same time.

[0050] Please see Figure 3 and Figure 4 In some embodiments, it also includes: a thermally conductive component 70;

[0051] Both the first tank 10 and the second tank 20 are provided with mounting holes 22. The heat-conducting component 70 is disposed in the mounting hole 22. The heat-conducting component 70 is attached to the first heat exchanger 30 and / or the second heat exchanger 40. The heat-conducting component 70 is used to transfer heat to the first tank 10 and the second tank 20.

[0052] Understandably, mounting holes 22 are provided on the side walls of both the first tank 10 and the second tank 20, and heat-conducting components 70 are disposed within the mounting holes 22. One end of the heat-conducting component 70 on the first tank 10 contacts the first heat exchanger 30, and the other end passes through the mounting hole 22 on the first tank 10 and extends into the first tank 10. Similarly, one end of the heat-conducting component 70 on the second tank 20 contacts the second heat exchanger 40, and the other end passes through the mounting hole 22 on the second tank 20. The mounting hole 22 on the 20 extends into the second tank 20, so that the heat-conducting component 70 can directly exchange heat with the water flow in the first tank 10 and / or the water flow in the second tank 20. This allows for more efficient transfer of the cold energy generated by the cooling surface 91 to the first tank 10 or the second tank 20, or the heat generated by the heating surface 92 to the first tank 10 and / or the second tank 20, thereby improving the heat exchange efficiency of the drinking water device 100 and reducing the energy loss of the drinking water device 100.

[0053] Please see Figure 4 In some embodiments, the heat-conducting component 70 includes: a heat-absorbing element 71 and a plurality of heat-conducting elements 72;

[0054] Multiple heat-conducting elements 72 are spaced apart on the heat-absorbing element 71. The heat-absorbing element 71 is attached to the first heat exchanger 30 and the second heat exchanger 40. The heat-conducting elements 72 are used to transfer heat from the heat-absorbing element 71.

[0055] Understandably, the heat-conducting assembly 70 includes a heat-absorbing element 71 and a plurality of heat-conducting elements 72. The heat-absorbing element 71 is connected to the first heat exchanger 30 or the second heat exchanger 40 and is used to collect the heat generated by the first heat exchanger 30 or the second heat exchanger 40. A plurality of heat-conducting elements 72 are spaced apart on the heat-absorbing element 71, and are arranged perpendicular to the heat-absorbing element 71. The heat-conducting elements 72 extend into the first tank 10 and / or the second tank 20, thus enabling heat conduction. The heat transfer component 70 transfers the cold energy on the heat absorber 71 to the first tank 10 and / or the second tank 20. In this way, the cold energy generated by the thermoelectric cooler can be transferred to the first tank 10 and / or the second tank 20 through the heat absorber 71 and the heat conduction component 72. The multiple heat conduction components 72 can accelerate the efficiency of energy transfer, so that energy can enter the first tank 10 and / or the second tank 20 faster and more evenly, realize heat exchange, and thus enable the heat transfer component 70 to conduct heat.

[0056] Please see Figure 5 and Figure 6 In some embodiments, it also includes: a limiting member 80;

[0057] The limiting member 80 is disposed around the outer periphery of the mounting hole 22. The limiting member 80 includes an extension 81 and a limiting part 82, wherein the limiting part 82 is disposed on the extension 81 and there is an included angle between the extension 81 and the limiting part 82; when the heat-conducting component 70 is installed in the mounting hole 22, the limiting part 82 is parallel to the heat-conducting component 72.

[0058] Understandably, a limiting member 80 is provided on the outer periphery of the mounting hole 22. The limiting member 80 is used to cooperate with the heat-conducting assembly 70 to limit the relative position of the heat-conducting assembly 70 with respect to the first tank 10 and / or the second tank 20. The limiting member 80 includes an extension 81 and a limiting part 82. The extension 81 extends away from the mounting hole 22 (i.e., extends to the outside of the first tank 10 and / or the second tank 20). The limiting part 82 is disposed on the extension 81. The limiting part 82 can be disposed perpendicularly on the extension 81 or form an angle with the limiting part 82. This allows the limiting part 82 to limit the installation position of the heat-conducting assembly 70, making the installation of the heat-conducting assembly 70 more convenient.

[0059] Understandably, after the heat-conducting component 70 is installed on the limiting part 82, a seal can be provided between the limiting part 82 and the heat-conducting component 70 to prevent water leakage from the mounting hole 22. The heat-conducting component 70 can be directly fixed on the limiting part 82. Specifically, the limiting part 82 can be connected by providing the mounting hole 22 on the limiting part 82 and by connecting the heat-conducting component 70 to the mounting hole 22.

[0060] Please see Figure 7 In some embodiments, it also includes: a filter element assembly 90;

[0061] The filter element assembly 90 is disposed in the drinking water device 100. The filter element assembly 90 is connected to the first tank 10 and the second tank 20 respectively. The filter element assembly 90 is used to replenish purified water to the first tank 10 and the second tank 20.

[0062] Understandably, the filter assembly 90 is installed in the drinking water device 100, which purifies the municipal water entering the device. After purification, the filter assembly 90 outputs purified water to the first tank 10 and / or the second tank 20, thus replenishing the first tank 10 and / or the second tank 20. The filter assembly 90 may include a filter element and a booster pump. The booster pump is used to pressurize the municipal water because the filter assembly 90 contains an RO filter (Reverse Osmosis membrane). The water pressure from the municipal water supply is insufficient to allow water to pass through the RO filter assembly 90 during purification. Therefore, a booster pump is installed to ensure water flows into the filter assembly 90 and maintains its purification efficiency.

[0063] Please see Figure 3 In some embodiments, both the first heat exchanger and the second heat exchanger are semiconductor refrigerators, and the semiconductor refrigerator has a cooling surface 91 and a heating surface 92.

[0064] The cooling surface 91 is attached to the first mounting part 11 and the second mounting part 21, or the heating surface 92 is attached to the first mounting part 11 and the second mounting part 21.

[0065] It is understood that the first heat exchanger 30 and the second heat exchanger 40 are semiconductor coolers. In this embodiment, the solution is a cooling solution. Therefore, the semiconductor cooler is attached to the first mounting part 11 and the second mounting part 21. In this way, the cold energy generated by the cooling surface 91 of the semiconductor cooler can be conducted to the first tank 10 and the second tank 20 to achieve cooling, thus enabling a large flow of cold water to be discharged.

[0066] Please see Figure 3 and Figure 8 In some embodiments, it also includes: a heat dissipation assembly 110;

[0067] The heat dissipation component 110 is disposed on the heating surface 92, and the heat dissipation component 110 is used to dissipate heat for the semiconductor cooler.

[0068] Understandably, when the first heat exchanger 30 and the second heat exchanger 40 are semiconductor refrigerators, the semiconductor refrigerators generate a large amount of heat during cooling. This heat not only affects the efficiency of the semiconductor refrigerator in generating cooling capacity during operation, but also affects the temperature of the first tank 10 and / or the second tank 20, causing the internal temperature of the first tank 10 and / or the second tank 20 to rise. This results in a decrease in the cooling efficiency of the purified water in the first tank 10 and / or the second tank 20 when it is cooled due to the influence of heat. Therefore, a heat dissipation component 110 is provided on the heating surface 92 of the semiconductor refrigerator to remove the heat generated by the semiconductor refrigerator on the heating surface 92. This not only reduces the internal temperature of the shell 60, but also improves the heating efficiency of the semiconductor refrigerator.

[0069] Please see Figure 8 In some embodiments, the heat dissipation assembly 110 includes: heat dissipation fins 111, heat sink 112, and drive unit 113;

[0070] The heat dissipation fins 111 are disposed on the heat dissipation component 112, the driving component 113 is disposed on the heat dissipation fins 111, and the heat dissipation component 112 is disposed on the heating surface 92.

[0071] Understandably, the heat dissipation assembly 110 includes: heat dissipation fins 111, heat sink 112, and drive unit 113; wherein, the heat sink 112 is disposed on the heating surface 92, the heat dissipation fins 111 are disposed on the heat sink 112, and multiple heat dissipation fins 111 are disposed, with the heat dissipation fins 111 vertically disposed on the side of the heat sink 112 away from the heating surface 92; in this way, heat can be transferred to the heat dissipation fins 111 through the heat sink 112. When the heat is conducted to the heat dissipation fins 111, the airflow near the heat dissipation fins 111 can exchange heat with the heat dissipation fins 111, thereby carrying away the heat on the heat dissipation fins 111, thus achieving heat dissipation; a drive unit 113 is also disposed on one side of the heat dissipation fins 111, which can accelerate the airflow near the heat dissipation fins 111, thereby carrying away the heat on the heat dissipation fins 111, thus achieving efficient heat dissipation. Specifically, when the heating surface 92 of the semiconductor cooler generates heat, the heat is transferred to the heat sink 112 and then to the heat sink fins 111. The driving component 113 on the heat sink fins 111 can accelerate the airflow near the heat sink fins 111, thereby achieving the purpose of cooling the semiconductor cooler.

[0072] Please see Figure 3 In some embodiments, the outer periphery of both the first tank 10 and the second tank 20 is provided with a heat insulation layer 120.

[0073] It is understandable that a heat insulation layer 120 is provided on the outer periphery of the first tank 10 and the outer periphery of the second tank 20. The heat insulation layer 120 can prevent the energy inside the first tank 10 (second tank 20) ​​from leaking out when there is a temperature difference between the inside and outside of the first tank 10 (second tank 20), thereby reducing the loss of cold energy in the first tank 10 (second tank 20), reducing energy waste, and also improving the cooling effect of the water purifier.

[0074] In this utility model, the terms "embodiment" and "implementation" mean that a specific feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with an embodiment can be included in at least one embodiment of this utility model. The appearance of these phrases in various places in the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor are they independent or alternative embodiments mutually exclusive with other embodiments. Those skilled in the art will understand, explicitly and implicitly, that the embodiments described in this utility model can be combined with other embodiments. Furthermore, it should be understood that the features, structures, or characteristics described in the various embodiments of this utility model can be arbitrarily combined to form another embodiment that does not depart from the spirit and scope of the technical solution of this utility model, provided there is no contradiction between them.

[0075] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solution of this utility model and are not intended to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to the above preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions to the technical solution of this utility model should not depart from the spirit and scope of the technical solution of this utility model.

Claims

1. A drinking water device, characterized in that, include: First tank body, second tank body, first heat exchanger, second heat exchanger, connecting valve; The first tank has a first mounting part, and the first heat exchanger is disposed in the first mounting part; the second tank has a second mounting part, and the second heat exchanger is disposed in the second mounting part. The connecting valve has a first interface, a second interface, and a water outlet. The first interface is connected to the first tank, and the second interface is connected to the second tank. The connecting valve is used to connect the first tank and the second tank.

2. The drinking water device according to claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: case; A baffle is provided inside the shell, which divides the shell into a first cavity and a second cavity; wherein the first tank is disposed in the first cavity and the second tank is disposed in the second cavity.

3. The drinking water device according to claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: Thermal conductive components; Both the first tank and the second tank are provided with mounting holes, and the heat-conducting component is disposed in the mounting holes. The heat-conducting component is in contact with the first heat exchanger and / or the second heat exchanger, and the heat-conducting component is used to transfer heat into the first tank and the second tank.

4. The drinking water device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The heat-conducting component includes: a heat-absorbing element and multiple heat-conducting elements; Multiple heat-conducting elements are spaced apart on the heat-absorbing element, and the heat-absorbing element is attached to the first heat exchanger and the second heat exchanger. The heat-conducting element is used to transfer heat from the heat-absorbing element.

5. The drinking water device according to claim 4, characterized in that, Also includes: Limiting components; The limiting member is disposed around the outer periphery of the mounting hole. The limiting member includes an extension and a limiting portion, wherein the limiting portion is disposed on the extension and there is an included angle between the extension and the limiting portion; when the heat-conducting component is installed in the mounting hole, the limiting portion is parallel to the heat-conducting component.

6. The drinking water device according to claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: Filter cartridge assembly; The filter element assembly is disposed in the drinking water device and is connected to the first tank and the second tank respectively. The filter element assembly is used to replenish the first tank and the second tank with purified water.

7. The drinking water device according to claim 1, characterized in that, Both the first heat exchanger and the second heat exchanger are semiconductor refrigerators, and the semiconductor refrigerators have a cooling surface and a heating surface; The cooling surface is attached to the first mounting part and the second mounting part, or the heating surface is attached to the first mounting part and the second mounting part.

8. The drinking water device according to claim 7, characterized in that, Also includes: Heat dissipation components; The heat dissipation component is disposed on the heating surface and is used to dissipate heat from the semiconductor cooler.

9. The drinking water device according to claim 8, characterized in that, The heat dissipation component includes: heat dissipation fins, heat sink, and driving component; The heat dissipation fins are disposed on the heat dissipation component, the driving component is disposed on the heat dissipation fins, and the heat dissipation component is disposed on the heating surface.

10. The drinking water device according to claim 1, characterized in that, Both the first tank and the second tank are provided with a heat insulation layer on their outer periphery.

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