Milk storage container and breast pump with same

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of milk storage containers, in particular to a milk storage container and a breast pump with the milk storage container, the breast pump comprises the milk storage container, the milk storage container comprises a top cover, a bottom shell and a sealing piece arranged between the top cover and the bottom shell, the top cover can be opened or closed relative to the bottom shell, and a milk storage cavity is arranged between the top cover and the bottom shell. A mounting part is arranged on the top cover, and a through hole communicated with the milk storage cavity is formed in the mounting part; according to the milk storage container, the top cover can be opened or closed relative to the bottom shell under stress, and the top cover can be opened relative to the bottom shell during cleaning, so that a user can directly use the cleaning cloth to scrub the interior of the top cover and the interior of the bottom shell without depending on a special long-rod type cleaning tool, the cleaning difficulty of the milk storage container is reduced, and the cleaning convenience of the milk storage container is improved; in addition, the top cover and the bottom shell are in waterproof sealing connection through the sealing piece, and the sealing piece is used for sealing the assembly gap between the top cover and the bottom shell so as to prevent leakage.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of milk storage containers, and in particular to a milk storage container and a breast pump with the milk storage container. Background Technology

[0002] Breast pumps typically come with detachable milk storage containers, such as bottles that connect to the three-way connector or milk bowls that connect to the breast pump unit. These milk storage containers used with breast pumps are usually one-piece molded and have narrow openings, making it difficult for users to reach into the inner cavity of the milk storage container to clean it. Special cleaning tools are required, making cleaning quite troublesome.

[0003] This utility model was proposed in response to the shortcomings of the existing technology. Utility Model Content

[0004] This invention addresses the problem that existing milk storage containers used with breast pumps are typically one-piece molded with narrow openings, making it difficult for users to clean them by inserting their hands into the inner cavity and requiring specialized cleaning tools. The invention proposes a milk storage container and a breast pump incorporating this container.

[0005] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve its technical problem is:

[0006] A milk storage container includes a top cover, a bottom shell connected to the top cover, and a sealing element disposed between the top cover and the bottom shell. The top cover can be opened or closed relative to the bottom shell. A milk storage cavity is provided between the top cover and the bottom shell. The top cover is provided with a mounting part, and the mounting part is provided with a through hole communicating with the milk storage cavity.

[0007] As described above, the milk storage container also includes a snap-fit ​​structure between the top cover and the bottom shell. The top cover can be opened or closed relative to the bottom shell through the snap-fit ​​structure. The snap-fit ​​structure includes a first snap-fit ​​part located on the side of the top cover away from the mounting part and a second snap-fit ​​part located on the bottom shell and corresponding to the first snap-fit ​​part. A receiving groove for accommodating the sealing element is provided between the first snap-fit ​​part and the second snap-fit ​​part.

[0008] As described above, the first snap-fit ​​portion includes a first connecting wall located at the bottom of the top cover and a first convex ring located on the inner side of the first connecting wall and opposite to the bottom of the top cover. The receiving groove is located on the inner side of the first connecting wall and communicates with the milk storage cavity. The second snap-fit ​​portion can at least partially extend into the receiving groove. The sealing element is clamped by the top cover and the second snap-fit ​​portion. The second snap-fit ​​portion includes a second connecting wall located at the top of the bottom shell and a second convex ring located on the outer side of the second connecting wall and corresponding to the first convex ring. A slot adapted to the first convex ring is provided between the second convex ring and the top of the bottom shell.

[0009] In the milk storage container described above, in the first snap-fit ​​part and the second snap-fit ​​part, one snap-fit ​​part includes at least one connector, the connector having a latch; the other snap-fit ​​part includes at least one latch block corresponding to the latch, the latch block having an inclined guide part, the guide part being used to guide the latch block to engage and connect with the latch.

[0010] As described above, the milk storage container has a third connecting wall at the bottom of the top cover that is opposite to the inner wall of the bottom shell. The connector is located at the lower part of the third connecting wall. The receiving groove is located on the outer side of the third connecting wall. The sealing element is clamped by the third connecting wall and the inner wall of the bottom shell. The locking block is located on the inner side of the bottom shell.

[0011] As described above, in the milk storage container, the locking block is located on the outside of the top cover, the connector is located on the outside of the bottom shell, the connector extends from the bottom shell toward the top cover, and the locking slot is located on the upper side of the top of the bottom shell.

[0012] As described above, in the milk storage container, the receiving groove is recessed from the outer wall of the top cover toward the inner side of the top cover, and a first limiting part and a second limiting part are formed on the upper and lower sides of the receiving groove, respectively. The sealing member is disposed between the first limiting part and the second limiting part. The top cover is also provided with a fourth connecting wall located between the first limiting part and the second limiting part. The sealing member is clamped by the inner wall of the bottom shell and the fourth connecting wall.

[0013] As described above, the milk storage container has a folding connection between the top cover and the bottom shell, and the top cover flips relative to the bottom shell through the folding connection.

[0014] As described above, the milk storage container also has a positioning part located on one side of the mounting part on the top cover.

[0015] This utility model also provides a breast pump with a milk storage container, including the milk storage container as described above.

[0016] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0017] This utility model provides a breast pump, which includes a milk storage container. The milk storage container includes a top cover, a bottom shell connected to the top cover, and a sealing element disposed between the top cover and the bottom shell. A milk storage chamber is provided between the top cover and the bottom shell. The top cover has a mounting part with a through hole communicating with the milk storage chamber. The milk storage container can be detachably connected to the three-way assembly or the main body of the breast pump through the mounting part, so that the milk storage container can collect milk. In the milk storage container of this utility model, the top cover can be opened or closed relative to the bottom shell. When cleaning, the top cover can be opened relative to the bottom shell, making it convenient for users to directly wipe the inside of the top cover and the bottom shell with a cleaning cloth, without relying on special long-handled cleaning tools, reducing the difficulty of cleaning the milk storage container and improving the convenience of cleaning. In addition, the top cover and the bottom shell are connected in a waterproof seal by the sealing element, which seals the assembly gap between the top cover and the bottom shell to prevent leakage.

[0018] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of a first embodiment of the milk storage container of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 2 Analyzing Embodiment Two of the Milk Storage Container of this Utility Model Figure 1 ;

[0021] Figure 3 Analyzing Embodiment Two of the Milk Storage Container of this Utility Model Figure 2 ;

[0022] Figure 4 This is a second embodiment of the milk storage container of the present invention. Figure 1 Schematic diagram from the A-A section view angle;

[0023] Figure 5 This is an exploded view of Embodiment 3 of the milk storage container of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 6 This is a third embodiment of the milk storage container of the present invention. Figure 1 Schematic diagram from the A-A section view angle;

[0025] Figure 7 These are perspective views of Embodiments 4 and 5 of the milk storage container of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 8 for Figure 7 B-B section Figure 1 ;

[0027] Figure 9 for Figure 7 B-B section Figure 2 (Hidden bottom shell). Detailed Implementation

[0028] The embodiments of this utility model will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. The described embodiments are merely some, not all, of the embodiments of this utility model. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this utility model without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0029] It should be noted that all directional indicators (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.) in this utility model embodiment 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, the use of terms such as "first" and "second" in this utility model is for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. Additionally, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but only on the basis of being achievable by those skilled in the art. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, such a combination of technical solutions should be considered non-existent and not within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

[0031] Example 1:

[0032] like Figure 1As shown, this utility model provides a breast pump, which can be a manual breast pump, an electric breast pump, a handheld breast pump, or a wearable breast pump; this utility model does not make specific limitations. The breast pump includes a milk storage container, which includes a top cover 1, a bottom shell 2 connected to the top cover 1, and a sealing member 3 disposed between the top cover 1 and the bottom shell 2. The top cover 1 can be opened or closed relative to the bottom shell 2. A milk storage chamber 4 is provided between the top cover 1 and the bottom shell 2. The top cover 1 is provided with a mounting part 11, and the mounting part 11 has a through hole 111 communicating with the milk storage chamber 4. In practical applications, the milk storage container can be connected to the three-way assembly or the milk pump through the mounting part 11. The main unit of the device is detachably connected so that the milk storage container can collect milk. In the milk storage container of this utility model, the top cover 1 can be opened or closed relative to the bottom shell 2 under force. During cleaning, the top cover 1 can be opened relative to the bottom shell 2, making it convenient for users to directly wipe the inside of the top cover 1 and the bottom shell 2 with a cleaning cloth, without relying on special long-handled cleaning tools, reducing the cleaning difficulty of the milk storage container and improving the cleaning convenience of the milk storage container. In addition, the top cover 1 and the bottom shell 2 are waterproofly sealed together by the sealing element 3, which seals the assembly gap between the top cover 1 and the bottom shell 2 to prevent leakage. Optionally, the sealing element 3 can be set as a silicone sealing ring, etc., which is not specifically limited in this utility model.

[0033] In this embodiment, the mounting part 11 extends upward from the top of the top cover 1, and the through hole 111 extends longitudinally through the mounting part 11 and communicates with the outside of the milk storage chamber 4 and the milk storage container. The mounting part 11 can be configured as a threaded connection part, a snap-fit ​​part, a plug-in part, or other detachable connection structure. The mounting part 11 can be adapted to the assembly structure configured in the breast pump. This utility model does not impose specific limitations.

[0034] In this embodiment, the sealing element 3 can be interference-fitted between the top cover 1 and the bottom shell 2, or the sealing element 3 can be injection molded into the top cover 1 or the bottom shell 2. This utility model does not make any specific limitations.

[0035] In this embodiment, a snap-fit ​​structure is provided between the top cover 1 and the bottom shell 2. The top cover 1 can be opened or closed relative to the bottom shell 2 through the snap-fit ​​structure. The snap-fit ​​structure includes a first snap-fit ​​part 51 located on the side of the top cover 1 away from the mounting part 11 and a second snap-fit ​​part 52 located on the bottom shell 2 and corresponding to the first snap-fit ​​part 51. A receiving groove 6 for accommodating the sealing element 3 is provided between the first snap-fit ​​part 51 and the second snap-fit ​​part 52. In this embodiment, the top cover 1 and the bottom shell 2 are directly snapped together by the corresponding engagement of the first snap-fit ​​part 51 and the second snap-fit ​​part 52. The snap-fit ​​structure is simple and easy to implement, which helps to reduce the production cost of the milk storage container. It is also easy to disassemble and assemble the top cover 1 and the bottom shell 2, which is convenient for users to frequently disassemble and assemble the milk storage container for cleaning and use.

[0036] like Figure 1 As shown, the top cover 1 is also provided with a positioning part 16 located on one side of the mounting part 11. The positioning part 16 is used to position the installation position of the breast pump three-way assembly or the breast pump main unit, which helps to enhance the connection stability of the milk storage container in the breast pump and improve the assembly efficiency of the milk storage container. Optionally, the positioning part 16 extends radially along the top cover 1.

[0037] Example 2:

[0038] Based on the above embodiment one, this embodiment two is an optional embodiment of the snap-fit ​​structure, such as... Figure 2As shown in Figure 4, the first snap-fit ​​portion 51 includes a first connecting wall 511 disposed at the bottom of the top cover 1 and a first protruding ring 512 disposed inside the first connecting wall 511 and opposite to the bottom of the top cover 1. The first connecting wall 511 extends downward from the outer edge of the bottom of the top cover 1, and the first protruding ring 512 is disposed inside the bottom of the first connecting wall 511. The receiving groove 6 is disposed inside the first connecting wall 511 and communicates with the milk storage cavity 4. The receiving groove 6 facing the milk storage cavity 4 is formed by the bottom of the top cover 1, the first connecting wall 511, and the first protruding ring 512. The second snap-fit ​​portion 52 can at least partially extend into the receiving groove 6 and is connected to the top cover 1 and the first connecting wall 511. The second snap-fit ​​portion 52 clamps the sealing member 3; the second snap-fit ​​portion 52 includes a second connecting wall 521 disposed on the top of the bottom shell 2, and a second protruding ring 522 disposed on the outside of the second connecting wall 521 and corresponding to the first protruding ring 512. A slot 523 adapted to the first protruding ring 512 is provided between the second protruding ring 522 and the top of the bottom shell 2; during assembly, the first protruding ring 512 is snapped into the slot 523, and the second protruding ring 522 is snapped into the upper part of the first protruding ring 512 and extends into the receiving groove 6, so as to realize the detachable snap-fit ​​of the top cover 1 and the bottom shell 2, and the sealing member 3 is fixed between the bottom of the top cover 1 and the top of the second connecting wall 521.

[0039] It should be noted that the other structures in this second embodiment are the same as those in the first embodiment.

[0040] Example 3:

[0041] Based on the above embodiment one, this embodiment three is another optional embodiment of the snap-fit ​​structure, such as... Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, in the first snap-fit ​​portion 51 and the second snap-fit ​​portion 52, one snap-fit ​​portion includes at least one connector 501, the connector 501 having a slot 5011, and the other snap-fit ​​portion includes at least one snap block 502 corresponding to the slot 5011, the snap block 502 having an inclined guide portion 5021, the guide portion 5021 being used to guide the snap block 502 to engage with the slot 5011, thereby improving the snap-fit ​​efficiency between the top cover 1 and the bottom shell 2.

[0042] In this embodiment, the first latching portion 51 includes a connector 501, and the second latching portion 52 includes a latching block 502 corresponding to the latch 5011. Specifically, as shown... Figure 5 and Figure 6As shown, the bottom of the top cover 1 is provided with a third connecting wall 12 opposite to the inner wall of the bottom shell 2. The connector 501 is provided at the lower part of the third connecting wall 12, and the locking block 502 is provided on the inner side of the bottom shell 2. The outer side of the third connecting wall 12 is provided with the receiving groove 6, and the sealing member 3 is clamped by the third connecting wall 12 and the inner wall of the bottom shell 2. During assembly, the top cover 1 is directly fastened to the upper part of the bottom shell 2 from top to bottom. At this time, the third connecting wall 12 and the connector 501 are located in the milk storage chamber 4, and are connected by the locking block 502 and the locking slot 5011 to fix the top cover 1 and the bottom shell 2. The top of the bottom shell 2 abuts against the bottom of the top cover 1, and the sealing member 3 is fixed between the third connecting wall 12 and the inner wall of the bottom shell 2.

[0043] In this embodiment, the guide portion 5021 is inclinedly disposed on the top of the locking block 502, and the guide portion 5021 faces the top of the bottom shell 2. During assembly, the connecting member 501 is guided by the guide portion 5021 and elastically deforms towards the milk storage cavity 4, thereby making way for the locking block 502 so that the locking block 502 can be smoothly locked into the locking slot 5011, realizing the detachable connection of the first locking part 51 and the second locking part 52; the connecting member 501 can automatically reset due to its own elastic force; optionally, the guide portion 5021 can be set as an inclined plane or an arc surface, and this utility model does not make specific limitations.

[0044] In some alternative embodiments, a plurality of connectors 501 may be provided, and a plurality of corresponding locking blocks 502 may be provided, in order to enhance the connection stability between the top cover 1 and the bottom shell 2.

[0045] It should be noted that the other structures in this embodiment three are the same as those in embodiment one.

[0046] Example 4:

[0047] Based on the above implementation one, this fourth embodiment is another optional embodiment of the snap-fit ​​structure. The difference between this fourth embodiment and the third embodiment is that, Figure 7As shown in Figure 9, the second latching portion 52 includes a connector 501, and the first latching portion 51 includes a latching block 502 corresponding to the latch 5011. Specifically, the latching block 502 is located on the outside of the top cover 1, and the connector 501 is located on the outside of the bottom shell 2. The connector 501 extends from the bottom shell 2 toward the top cover 1, and the latch 5011 is located on the upper side of the top of the bottom shell 2. The receiving groove 6 is recessed from the outer wall of the top cover 1 toward the inner side of the top cover 1, and a first limiting portion 13 and a second limiting portion 14 are formed on the upper and lower sides of the receiving groove 6, respectively. The sealing member 3 is located between the first limiting portion 13 and the second limiting portion 14 to facilitate the passage of the sealing member 3. The first limiting part 13 and the second limiting part 14 define the installation position of the sealing member 3. The top cover 1 is also provided with a fourth connecting wall 15 located between the first limiting part 13 and the second limiting part 14. The sealing member 3 is clamped by the inner wall of the bottom shell 2 and the fourth connecting wall 15. During assembly, the top cover 1 is fastened to the upper part of the bottom shell 2 and is engaged with the slot 5011 by the locking block 502 to connect the top cover 1 and the bottom shell 2. The receiving groove 6 is located in the milk storage cavity 4 and is opposite to the inner wall of the bottom shell 2, so that the sealing member 3 abuts between the inner wall of the bottom shell 2 and the fourth connecting wall 15 to facilitate the sealing connection between the top cover 1 and the bottom shell 2.

[0048] In this embodiment, the guide portion 5021 is inclinedly disposed at the bottom of the card block 502, and the guide portion 5021 faces the bottom of the top cover 1; the principle of the guide portion 5021 guiding the card block 502 to engage with the slot 5011 is similar to that in Embodiment 3, and will not be described again in this embodiment.

[0049] Preferably, the bayonet 5011 is located at the top of the bottom shell 2, and the top of the bayonet 5011 is formed by the top of the bottom shell 2. The locking block 502 is correspondingly arranged with the bayonet 5011. During assembly, the sealing member 3 can be completely contained in the milk storage chamber 4, which helps to improve the sealing performance and aesthetics of the milk storage container.

[0050] It should be noted that the other structures in this embodiment four are the same as those in embodiment one.

[0051] Example 5:

[0052] like Figure 7 As shown in Figure 9, Figure 8 Arrow S indicates the flipping direction when the top cover 1 is closed towards the bottom shell 2, and the flipping direction when the top cover 1 is open is... Figure 8The reverse direction of the middle arrow S; Based on the above embodiment one, the difference between this embodiment five and the detachable connection scheme of the top cover 1 and the bottom shell 2 in embodiments two to four is that a folding connection part 7 is provided between the top cover 1 and the bottom shell 2, and the top cover 1 flips relative to the bottom shell 2 through the folding connection part 7; in this embodiment, the top cover 1 and the bottom shell 2 are connected by the folding connection part 7, and the top cover 1 can be flipped relative to the bottom shell 2 around the folding connection part 7 to open or close the bottom shell 2 under force. The milk storage container allows users to directly wipe the inside of the top cover 1 and bottom shell 2 with a cleaning cloth when the container is opened, increasing the ease of cleaning. Simultaneously, the folding connector 7 allows the top cover 1 to be directly flipped and supported on the bottom shell 2, eliminating the need to completely remove the top cover 1 when opening, thus preventing it from contacting external contaminants such as dust on a table. Furthermore, the folding connector 7 allows users to open or close the top cover 1 with one hand, further enhancing the convenience of cleaning and disassembling the top cover 1 and bottom shell 2.

[0053] It should be noted that the snap-fit ​​structure described in any of the embodiments 2 to 4 above can be applied to the milk storage container of this embodiment 5.

[0054] The above examples are merely illustrative of the technical content of this utility model to facilitate reader understanding, but do not imply that the implementation of this utility model is limited to these embodiments. Any technical extensions or re-creations made based on this utility model are protected by this utility model. The scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the claims.

Claims

1. A milk storage container, characterized in that, Includes a top cover (1), a bottom shell (2) connected to the top cover (1), and a sealing element (3) disposed between the top cover (1) and the bottom shell (2). The top cover (1) can be opened or closed relative to the bottom shell (2). A milk storage chamber (4) is provided between the top cover (1) and the bottom shell (2). The top cover (1) is provided with a mounting part (11), and the mounting part (11) is provided with a through hole (111) communicating with the milk storage chamber (4).

2. The milk storage container as described in claim 1, characterized in that, A snap-fit ​​structure is provided between the top cover (1) and the bottom shell (2). The top cover (1) can be opened or closed relative to the bottom shell (2) through the snap-fit ​​structure. The snap-fit ​​structure includes a first snap-fit ​​part (51) located on the side of the top cover (1) away from the mounting part (11) and a second snap-fit ​​part (52) located on the bottom shell (2) and corresponding to the first snap-fit ​​part (51). A receiving groove (6) for accommodating the sealing element (3) is provided between the first snap-fit ​​part (51) and the second snap-fit ​​part (52).

3. The milk storage container as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The first snap-fit ​​part (51) includes a first connecting wall (511) at the bottom of the top cover (1) and a first protruding ring (512) on the inner side of the first connecting wall (511) and opposite to the bottom of the top cover (1). The receiving groove (6) is located on the inner side of the first connecting wall (511) and communicates with the milk storage chamber (4). The second snap-fit ​​part (52) can at least partially extend into the receiving groove (6) and clamp the sealing member (3) through the top cover (1) and the second snap-fit ​​part (52). The second snap-fit ​​part (52) includes a second connecting wall (521) at the top of the bottom shell (2) and a second protruding ring (522) on the outer side of the second connecting wall (521) and corresponding to the first protruding ring (512). A slot (523) adapted to the first protruding ring (512) is provided between the second protruding ring (522) and the top of the bottom shell (2).

4. The milk storage container as described in claim 2, characterized in that, In the first snap-fit ​​portion (51) and the second snap-fit ​​portion (52), one snap-fit ​​portion includes at least one connector (501) with a slot (5011) in the connector (501), and the other snap-fit ​​portion includes at least one snap block (502) corresponding to the slot (5011). The snap block (502) has an inclined guide portion (5021) in the guide portion (5021) for guiding the snap block (502) to engage and connect with the slot (5011).

5. The milk storage container as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The top cover (1) has a third connecting wall (12) at the bottom that is opposite to the inner wall of the bottom shell (2). The connector (501) is located at the lower part of the third connecting wall (12). The receiving groove (6) is located on the outer side of the third connecting wall (12). The sealing element (3) is clamped by the third connecting wall (12) and the inner wall of the bottom shell (2). The locking block (502) is located on the inner side of the bottom shell (2).

6. The milk storage container as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The locking block (502) is located on the outside of the top cover (1), the connector (501) is located on the outside of the bottom shell (2), the connector (501) extends from the bottom shell (2) toward the top cover (1), and the latch (5011) is located on the upper side of the top of the bottom shell (2).

7. The milk storage container as described in claim 6, characterized in that, The receiving groove (6) is recessed from the outer wall of the top cover (1) toward the inner side of the top cover (1), and a first limiting part (13) and a second limiting part (14) are formed on the upper and lower sides of the receiving groove (6), respectively. The sealing member (3) is disposed between the first limiting part (13) and the second limiting part (14). The top cover (1) is also provided with a fourth connecting wall (15) located between the first limiting part (13) and the second limiting part (14). The sealing member (3) is clamped by the inner wall of the bottom shell (2) and the fourth connecting wall (15).

8. The milk storage container as described in claim 1, characterized in that, A folding connection (7) is provided between the top cover (1) and the bottom shell (2), and the top cover (1) flips relative to the bottom shell (2) through the folding connection (7).

9. The milk storage container as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The top cover (1) is also provided with a positioning part (16) located on one side of the mounting part (11).

10. A breast pump with a milk storage container, characterized in that, Includes the milk storage container as described in any one of claims 1-9.

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