Humidifier convenient to disassemble, assemble and clean

Abstract

The utility model relates to a humidifier convenient to disassemble, assemble and clean, which comprises a base provided with an atomizing bin and a mist generator used for generating water mist; the water tank is detachably installed on the base, the interior of the water tank is divided into an atomization channel and a water storage bin which are isolated from each other, the atomization channel is provided with an atomization outlet communicated with the atomization bin, the water storage bin is provided with a water supply port communicated with the atomization bin, and the top of the atomization channel and the top of the water storage bin are each provided with an opening; the top cover comprises a cover body covering the top opening of the water storage bin and a cover plate covering the top opening of the atomization channel, and the cover plate is detachably and rotatably mounted on the cover body through a first quick release assembly; and the float switch is detachably and rotatably mounted in the atomization bin through the second quick release assembly. According to the humidifier, through the arrangement of the first quick release assembly and the second quick release assembly, the cover body, the cover plate and the float switch can be quickly disassembled, so that cleaning dead angles of the humidifier are reduced, and the humidifier is convenient to disassemble, assemble and clean.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of humidifiers, and more particularly to a humidifier that is easy to disassemble and clean. Background Technology

[0002] Humidifiers maintain indoor humidity within a comfortable range by releasing water vapor, effectively alleviating discomfort caused by dry environments. Common types of humidifiers include ultrasonic humidifiers, evaporative humidifiers, and immersion electrode humidifiers. Ultrasonic humidifiers generate and release water vapor through an ultrasonic atomizer. In practical use, it has been found that after prolonged use, scale easily accumulates in the water tank, reservoir, and mist outlet cover due to water quality issues, requiring regular cleaning. In many humidifiers, the mist outlet cover has numerous gaps, making scale difficult to clean. Furthermore, the float switch inside the water tank is not easily disassembled and takes up considerable space, making scale on it equally difficult to remove. Utility Model Content

[0003] In view of this, the present invention provides a humidifier with a float switch and a top cover that are easy to disassemble and clean.

[0004] The objective of this utility model is achieved through the following technical solution:

[0005] A humidifier that is easy to disassemble and clean includes:

[0006] The base is equipped with an atomizing chamber and a mist generator for producing water mist;

[0007] A water tank is detachably installed on the base. The interior of the water tank is divided into an atomizing channel and a water storage tank that are isolated from each other. The atomizing channel is provided with an atomizing outlet that communicates with the atomizing tank. The water storage tank is provided with a water supply port that communicates with the atomizing tank. Both the top of the atomizing channel and the water storage tank are provided with openings.

[0008] The top cover includes a cover body that covers the top opening of the water storage tank and a cover plate that covers the top opening of the atomizing channel. The cover plate is detachably and rotatably mounted on the cover body via a first quick-release assembly.

[0009] The float switch is detachably and rotatably mounted inside the atomizing chamber via a second quick-release assembly.

[0010] In the above technical solution, the detachable connection design of the base, water tank, and top cover allows for independent disassembly and assembly of each functional unit, enabling targeted cleaning of the atomizing chamber, water tank, and top cover separately. Specifically, the first quick-release component allows tool-free removal of the cover plate from the cover body, facilitating cleaning of the gap between them; the second quick-release component allows the float switch to be quickly detached from the atomizing chamber, avoiding the problem of excessive scale buildup and difficulty in cleaning traditional fixed float switches due to prolonged immersion, reducing cleaning dead zones, and effectively extending the service life of key components.

[0011] Optionally, in one possible implementation, the first quick-release assembly includes a fixing seat on the cover and a retaining pin on the cover plate. The fixing seat has a retaining groove, the retaining pin is detachably engaged in the retaining groove, and the cover plate can rotate around the retaining pin.

[0012] In the above technical solution, the precise fit between the retaining pin and the retaining groove enables tool-free disassembly and assembly of the cover plate and the cover body. When cleaning or replacing parts, users only need to pull out the cover plate to disengage the retaining pin from the retaining groove, significantly reducing maintenance time and costs. The pivotal connection method, where the cover plate rotates around the retaining pin, ensures a tight fit between the cover body and the atomizing channel opening, guaranteeing sealing stability and preventing water mist leakage.

[0013] Optionally, in one possible implementation, the cover is provided with an arc-shaped mounting groove, and a plurality of limiting grooves are sequentially provided along the arc surface of the arc-shaped mounting groove. The bottom of the cover is also provided with a limiting post. When the cover rotates, the limiting post can abut against different limiting grooves.

[0014] In the above technical solution, the limiting post and the discretely distributed limiting grooves within the arc-shaped mounting groove form a mechanical interlock, achieving precise control of the cover plate's rotation angle through step-by-step locking. Each limiting groove corresponds to a specific opening and closing angle, ensuring that the cover plate remains stable at any stopping position and avoiding unexpected displacement caused by external forces or vibrations.

[0015] Optionally, in one possible implementation, the slot includes a guide portion, a limiting portion, and a support portion continuously arranged from the outside to the inside, the card shaft is rotatably mounted in the support portion, and the width of the limiting portion is smaller than the diameter of the card shaft.

[0016] In the above technical solution, the tapered or tapered structure of the guide section guides the initial alignment of the clasp, and the limiting section uses the width difference to form an interference fit, forcing the clasp to undergo slight elastic deformation to pass through the limiting area, ultimately forming a stable rotating pair in the support section. This process achieves self-correcting installation without tools, significantly reducing assembly errors.

[0017] Alternatively, in one possible implementation, the bottom of the cover plate is a columnar structure that matches the arc-shaped mounting groove, and the bottom of the cover plate fits into the arc-shaped mounting groove when rotated.

[0018] In the above technical solution, the columnar structure at the bottom of the cover plate forms a full-arc surface contact with the arc-shaped mounting groove, increasing the contact area and making the load distribution more uniform during rotation, effectively avoiding the risk of deformation caused by local stress concentration. Furthermore, the close fit design of the two forms a continuous contact surface, preventing external impurities or liquids from entering the equipment through gaps, and also improving the smoothness of the cover plate's rotation.

[0019] Alternatively, in one possible implementation, the first quick-release assembly is two sets respectively disposed on both sides of the atomization channel.

[0020] In the above technical solution, the two sets of quick-release components form a symmetrical snap-fit ​​structure, so that the torque and load borne by the cover plate during rotation are evenly distributed to both sides, avoiding local deformation or wear caused by unilateral force, and significantly improving the fatigue resistance of the components.

[0021] Alternatively, in one possible implementation, a spray nozzle is provided on the cover plate at a position corresponding to the top opening of the atomizing channel.

[0022] In the above technical solution, the spray nozzle is directly opposite the top opening of the atomization channel to form an axial straight atomization path, which can realize the concentrated dispersion of water mist, increase the spray flow rate of water mist, reduce energy loss, and facilitate the control of the spray direction of water mist.

[0023] Optionally, in one possible implementation, the second quick-release assembly includes a first rotating shaft and a second rotating shaft disposed on opposite sides of the float switch. The first rotating shaft and the second rotating shaft are coaxially arranged and respectively rotatably engaged within the atomizing chamber. The second rotating shaft is elastically arranged and can move along its axial direction.

[0024] In the above technical solution, the second rotating shaft is telescopic, which greatly facilitates the installation of the float switch. During installation, the second rotating shaft can be squeezed to retract into the float switch, so that the float switch can be quickly installed directly into the atomizing chamber.

[0025] Optionally, in one possible implementation, the float switch has a shaft hole, and the second rotating shaft is elastically mounted in the shaft hole by an elastic element.

[0026] In the above technical solution, the second rotating elastic is installed in the shaft hole, so that the second rotating shaft can extend and retract in the shaft hole. When the float switch needs to be installed, the second rotating shaft is squeezed to retract into the shaft hole, and then the second rotating shaft is aligned with the mounting hole in the atomizing chamber. At this time, the second rotating shaft is released and the elastic element can squeeze the second rotating shaft into the corresponding mounting hole. The operation is simple and quick.

[0027] Optionally, in one possible implementation, the top of the float switch is further provided with a groove communicating with the shaft hole, and the second rotating shaft is provided with a push rod, which passes through the groove.

[0028] In the above technical solution, the setting of the slide and push rod further facilitates the disassembly of the float switch. The slide is set on the top of the float switch, so that the user has enough operating space to move the push rod to control the extension and retraction of the second rotating shaft. Attached Figure Description

[0029] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this application and should not be regarded as a limitation of the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0030] Figure 1 This is an exploded view of the overall structure of one embodiment.

[0031] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structural assembly of one embodiment.

[0032] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a water tank in one embodiment.

[0033] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the cover structure in one embodiment.

[0034] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the cover plate in one embodiment.

[0035] Figure 6 This is an exploded view of a float switch and a second quick-release assembly according to one embodiment.

[0036] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the base structure in one embodiment.

[0037] Reference numerals: 1-Base; 11-Atomizing chamber; 12-Mist generator; 2-Water tank; 21-Atomizing channel; 211-Atomizing outlet; 22-Water storage chamber; 221-Water supply port; 3-Cover; 31-Fixing seat; 311-Slot; 32-Arc-shaped mounting groove; 321-Limiting groove; 4-Cover plate; 41-Hinge; 42-Limiting post; 43-Spray nozzle; 5-Float switch; 51-First rotating shaft; 52-Second rotating shaft; 521-Push rod; 53-Shaft hole; 54-Elastic element; 55-Slide groove. Detailed Implementation

[0038] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. The components of the embodiments of this application described and shown in the accompanying drawings can generally be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0039] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of this application provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed application, but merely to illustrate selected embodiments of the application. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0040] Please refer to Figures 1-3 and Figure 7 This embodiment provides a humidifier that is easy to disassemble and clean, including: a base 1, a water tank 2, a top cover, and a float switch 5; the base 1 is provided with an atomizing chamber 11 and a mist generator 12 for generating water mist, the atomizing generator is connected to the atomizing chamber 11 and is used to atomize the water in the atomizing chamber 11; the water tank 2 is detachably installed on the base 1, and the interior of the water tank 2 is divided into an isolated atomizing channel 21 and a water storage tank 22, the atomizing channel 21 is provided with an atomizing outlet 211 connected to the atomizing chamber 11, and the water storage tank 22 is provided with a water supply port 22 connected to the atomizing chamber 11. 1. Both the top of the atomizing channel 21 and the water storage tank 22 are provided with openings; the top cover includes a cover body 3 that covers the top opening of the water storage tank 22 and a cover plate 4 that covers the top opening of the atomizing channel 21. The cover plate 4 is detachably and rotatably installed on the cover body 3 by means of a first quick-release assembly. A spray nozzle 43 is also provided on the cover plate 4 at a position corresponding to the top opening of the atomizing channel 21; the float switch 5 is detachably and rotatably installed in the atomizing tank 11 by means of a second quick-release assembly, and the float switch 5 replenishes the water in the water storage tank 22 to the physical and chemical tank by controlling the opening and closing of the water supply port 221.

[0041] This embodiment utilizes a detachable connection design for the base 1, water tank 2, and top cover to allow for independent assembly and disassembly of each functional unit, enabling targeted cleaning of the atomizing chamber 11, water tank 2, and top cover separately. Specifically, the first quick-release component allows tool-free removal of the cover plate 4 from the cover body 3, facilitating cleaning of the gap between them. The second quick-release component allows the float switch 5 to be quickly detached from the atomizing chamber 11, avoiding the problem of scale buildup and difficulty in cleaning traditional fixed float switches due to prolonged immersion, reducing cleaning dead zones, and effectively extending the service life of key components. Furthermore, the spray nozzle 43 forms an axial linear atomization path directly opposite the top opening of the atomizing channel 21, enabling concentrated dispersion of water mist, increasing the water mist flow rate, reducing energy loss, and facilitating control of the water mist spray direction.

[0042] It should be noted that the base 1 in this embodiment is provided with an installation cavity, and the installation cavity is also provided with a circuit board for controlling the atomizing generator and a power cord electrically connected to the circuit board.

[0043] Please refer to Figure 1 , Figure 4 and Figure 5 In this embodiment, the first quick-release assembly includes a fixing seat 31 on the cover 3 and a locking shaft 41 on the cover plate 4. The fixing seat 31 has a locking groove 311, and the locking shaft 41 is detachably engaged in the locking groove 311. The cover plate 4 can rotate around the locking shaft 41. The locking shaft 41 and the locking groove 311 can be connected by an interference fit, and the interference amount can be controlled within 0.01-0.05mm. Thus, when the cover plate 4 rotates, the locking shaft 41 and the locking groove 311 have a certain self-locking function, making it difficult for the cover plate 4 to rotate again after rotation.

[0044] The precise engagement of the retaining pin 41 and the retaining groove 311 enables tool-less disassembly and assembly of the cover plate 4 and the cover body 3. When cleaning or replacing parts, users only need to pull out the cover plate 4 to disengage the retaining pin 41 from the retaining groove 311, significantly reducing maintenance time and costs. The pivotal connection of the cover plate 4, which rotates around the retaining pin 41, ensures a tight fit between the cover body 3 and the opening of the atomizing channel 21, guaranteeing sealing stability and preventing water mist leakage.

[0045] Please refer to Figure 4 In this embodiment, the cover 3 is provided with an arc-shaped mounting groove 32, and multiple limiting grooves 321 are sequentially provided along the arc surface of the arc-shaped mounting groove 32. The bottom of the cover plate 4 is also provided with a limiting post 42. When the cover plate 4 rotates, the limiting post 42 can abut against different limiting grooves 321. Adjacent limiting grooves 321 adopt an arc-shaped transition structure, and the bottom of the limiting post 42 is also an arc-shaped transition structure, such as a sphere or a cylinder.

[0046] The limiting post 42 and the discretely distributed limiting grooves 321 within the arc-shaped mounting groove 32 form a mechanical interlock, achieving precise control of the rotation angle of the cover plate 4 through step-by-step locking. Each limiting groove 321 corresponds to a specific opening and closing angle, ensuring that the cover plate 4 remains stable in any stopping position and avoiding unexpected displacement caused by external forces or vibrations. In addition, the user can switch gears through tactile feedback, providing clear feedback, and the opening and closing angle of the cover plate 4 can be adjusted with one hand.

[0047] Please continue referring to the figure. In this embodiment, the slot 311 includes a guide portion, a limiting portion, and a support portion continuously arranged from the outside to the inside. The locking shaft 41 is rotatably mounted in the support portion, and the width of the limiting portion is smaller than the diameter of the locking shaft 41. The guide portion has a tapered or tapered structure that is larger at the top and smaller at the bottom, and the support portion has a circular structure.

[0048] The tapered or tapered structure of the guide section guides the initial alignment of the retaining shaft 41. The limiting section utilizes the width difference to form an interference fit, forcing the retaining shaft 41 to undergo slight elastic deformation to pass through the limiting area, ultimately forming a stable rotating pair at the support section. This process achieves self-correcting installation without tools, significantly reducing assembly errors. The design of the limiting section's width being smaller than the diameter of the retaining shaft 41 creates mechanical interference, continuously applying radial constraint force during rotation. This allows the retaining shaft 41 to rotate freely around its axis while effectively preventing accidental disengagement due to axial displacement, improving the operational reliability of the quick-release assembly.

[0049] It should be noted that the bottom of the cover plate 4 is a columnar structure that matches the arc-shaped mounting groove 32, and the bottom of the cover plate 4 fits into the arc-shaped mounting groove 32 when rotated. The arc-shaped mounting groove 32 is also provided with a through hole that matches the top opening of the atomizing channel 21.

[0050] The columnar structure at the bottom of the cover plate 4 forms a full-arc contact with the arc-shaped mounting groove 32, increasing the contact area and making the load distribution more uniform during rotation, effectively avoiding the risk of deformation caused by local stress concentration. Furthermore, the fit design of the two forms a continuous contact surface, which can prevent external impurities or liquids from entering the equipment through gaps, and also improves the smoothness of the rotation of the cover plate 4.

[0051] In this embodiment, the first quick-release assembly consists of two sets respectively disposed on both sides of the atomization channel 21. The two sets of quick-release assemblies form a symmetrical snap-fit ​​structure, so that the torque and load borne by the cover plate 4 during rotation are evenly distributed to both sides, avoiding local deformation or wear caused by unilateral force, and significantly improving the fatigue resistance of the assembly. Furthermore, the synergistic effect of the double snap-fit ​​shaft 41 and the snap-fit ​​groove 311 forms a bidirectional constraint, effectively suppressing the axial movement of the cover plate 4 during rotation, ensuring the alignment accuracy of the interface between the atomization channel 21 and the cover body 3, and reducing air leakage or atomization efficiency loss caused by misalignment.

[0052] Please refer to Figure 6In this embodiment, the second quick-release assembly includes a first rotating shaft 51 and a second rotating shaft 52 located on opposite sides of the float switch 5. The first rotating shaft 51 and the second rotating shaft 52 are coaxially arranged and rotatably engaged within the atomizing chamber 11. The second rotating shaft 52 is elastically arranged and can move along its axial direction. The atomizing chamber 11 has two mounting holes corresponding to the first rotating shaft 51 and the second rotating shaft 52, and the first rotating shaft 51 and the second rotating shaft 52 can be rotatably engaged within the two mounting holes.

[0053] The second rotating shaft 52 is retractable, which greatly facilitates the installation of the float switch 5. During installation, the second rotating shaft 52 can be squeezed to retract into the float switch 5. When the second rotating shaft 52 is compressed, the float switch 5 can easily be inserted into the installation space between the two mounting holes. Then, the first rotating shaft 51 is inserted into one of the mounting holes, and the second rotating shaft 52 is released to be inserted into the other mounting hole. In this way, the float switch 5 can be quickly installed directly into the atomizing chamber 11.

[0054] It should be noted that the float switch 5 has a shaft hole 53, and the second rotating shaft 52 is elastically installed in the shaft hole 53 through an elastic element 54. The second rotating elastic element is locked in the shaft hole 53, so the second rotating shaft 52 can extend and retract within the shaft hole 53. When the float switch 5 needs to be installed, the second rotating shaft 52 is squeezed to retract into the shaft hole 53, and then the second rotating shaft 52 is aligned with the mounting hole in the atomizing chamber 11. At this time, the second rotating shaft 52 is released, and the elastic element 54 can squeeze the second rotating shaft 52 into the corresponding mounting hole. The operation is simple and quick.

[0055] In this embodiment, the top of the float switch 5 is also provided with a groove 55 communicating with the shaft hole 53, and the second rotating shaft 52 is provided with a push rod 521, which passes through the groove 55. The groove 55 and the push rod 521 further facilitate the disassembly of the float switch 5. By placing the groove 55 on the top of the float switch 5, the user has a sufficiently large operating space to move the push rod 521 to control the extension and retraction of the second rotating shaft 52. Of course, as another implementation, the mounting hole corresponding to the second rotating shaft 52 can also be set as a through hole. In this way, when it is necessary to squeeze the second rotating shaft 52, a tool such as a pin can be used to squeeze the second rotating shaft 52 at the other end of the mounting hole, thus achieving the disassembly of the float switch 5.

[0056] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that terms such as "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", and "outer" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0057] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0058] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A humidifier that is easy to disassemble and clean, characterized in that, include: The base is equipped with an atomizing chamber and a mist generator for producing water mist; A water tank is detachably installed on the base. The interior of the water tank is divided into an atomizing channel and a water storage tank that are isolated from each other. The atomizing channel is provided with an atomizing outlet that communicates with the atomizing tank. The water storage tank is provided with a water supply port that communicates with the atomizing tank. Both the top of the atomizing channel and the water storage tank are provided with openings. The top cover includes a cover body that covers the top opening of the water storage tank and a cover plate that covers the top opening of the atomizing channel. The cover plate is detachably and rotatably mounted on the cover body via a first quick-release assembly. The float switch is detachably and rotatably mounted inside the atomizing chamber via a second quick-release assembly.

2. The humidifier that is easy to disassemble and clean according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first quick-release assembly includes a fixing seat on the cover and a retaining pin on the cover plate. The fixing seat has a retaining groove, and the retaining pin is detachably engaged in the retaining groove. The cover plate can rotate around the retaining pin.

3. The humidifier that is easy to disassemble and clean according to claim 2, characterized in that, The cover is provided with an arc-shaped mounting groove, and multiple limiting grooves are sequentially provided along the arc surface of the arc-shaped mounting groove. The bottom of the cover is also provided with a limiting post. When the cover rotates, the limiting post can abut against different limiting grooves.

4. The humidifier that is easy to disassemble and clean according to claim 2, characterized in that, The slot includes a guide portion, a limiting portion, and a support portion continuously arranged from the outside to the inside. The card shaft is rotatably installed in the support portion, and the width of the limiting portion is smaller than the diameter of the card shaft.

5. The humidifier that is easy to disassemble and clean according to claim 3, characterized in that, The bottom of the cover plate is a columnar structure that matches the arc-shaped mounting groove, and the bottom of the cover plate fits into the arc-shaped mounting groove when rotated.

6. The humidifier that is easy to disassemble and clean according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first quick-release assembly consists of two sets respectively disposed on both sides of the atomization channel.

7. The humidifier that is easy to disassemble and clean according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cover plate is also provided with a spray nozzle at a position corresponding to the top opening of the atomizing channel.

8. The humidifier that is easy to disassemble and clean according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second quick-release assembly includes a first rotating shaft and a second rotating shaft located on opposite sides of the float switch. The first rotating shaft and the second rotating shaft are coaxially arranged and rotatably engaged in the atomizing chamber. The second rotating shaft is elastically arranged and can move along its axial direction.

9. The humidifier that is easy to disassemble and clean according to claim 8, characterized in that, The float switch has a shaft hole, and the second rotating shaft is elastically installed in the shaft hole by an elastic element.

10. The humidifier that is easy to disassemble and clean according to claim 9, characterized in that, The top of the float switch is also provided with a slide groove that communicates with the shaft hole, and the second rotating shaft is provided with a push rod that passes through the slide groove.

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