Water outlet assembly and water purifying and drinking machine

Abstract

The water outlet assembly comprises a water vapor separation box and a water outlet nozzle, the water vapor separation box is respectively provided with a hot water inlet, an exhaust port and a water outlet, the water outlet nozzle is provided with a water inlet, the water vapor separation box is arranged above the water outlet nozzle, the water outlet is arranged at the bottom of the water vapor separation box, and the water inlet is arranged at the top of the water outlet nozzle. The water vapor separation box is further provided with a first connecting piece, the water outlet nozzle is further provided with a second connecting piece capable of being detachably connected with the first connecting piece, and the water outlet is in fluid communication with the water inlet in the state that the water vapor separation box and the water outlet nozzle are connected through the first connecting piece and the second connecting piece. According to the utility model, the first connecting piece and the second connecting piece are detachably connected to realize the installation of the water-vapor separation box, and the disassembly and assembly are convenient. And moreover, the connectivity between the water-vapor separation box and the water outlet nozzle can be ensured while the disassembly and assembly are convenient, so that the hot water subjected to water-vapor separation can smoothly enter the water outlet nozzle.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of household appliances, and in particular to a water outlet component and a water purifier. Background Technology

[0002] A water purifier is a drinking water device that filters tap water into drinking water for direct consumption. In existing technology, water purifiers have both hot and cold water functions. Their water dispensing components include a heating module and an ice tank, enabling the purifier to release both hot and cold water for drinking. Currently, both hot and cold water are released through a single spout. To ensure a stable release of hot water, a water vapor separator is connected to the spout to prevent water vapor from creating high-pressure jets that could splash and injure people. For example, Chinese utility model patent ZL202420912833.4 (authorization announcement number CN 222331607U) discloses a water purifier, including a water outlet component. The water outlet component includes a water vapor separation box, which has a water vapor separation chamber and an inlet, an outlet, and an exhaust port respectively connected to the water vapor separation chamber. A main flow channel is formed between the inlet and the outlet. The bottom surface of the water vapor separation chamber has upward-extending ribs distributed on both sides of the main flow channel. The ribs on one side of the main flow channel construct several continuous rectifying channels communicating with the main flow channel. However, the water vapor separation box in existing water purifiers has the problem of inconvenient disassembly and assembly, and the water vapor separation effect needs further improvement. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The first technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a water outlet component that is easy to assemble and disassemble from a water vapor separator, in contrast to the prior art.

[0004] The second technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a water outlet component that is easy to assemble and disassemble and has a good water vapor separation effect, in contrast to the prior art.

[0005] The third technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a water purifier with the above-mentioned water outlet components, in contrast to the prior art.

[0006] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve at least one of the above-mentioned technical problems is as follows: a water outlet component, comprising a water vapor separation box and a water outlet, wherein the water vapor separation box has a hot water inlet, an exhaust port, and a water outlet, and the water outlet has a water inlet, characterized in that the water vapor separation box is disposed above the water outlet, the water outlet is disposed at the bottom of the water vapor separation box, and the water inlet is disposed at the top of the water outlet.

[0007] Furthermore, the aforementioned water vapor separation box is also provided with a first connecting member, and the water outlet is also provided with a second connecting member that can be detachably connected with the first connecting member. When the aforementioned water vapor separation box and the water outlet are connected through the aforementioned first connecting member and the second connecting member, the aforementioned water outlet and the water inlet are in fluid communication.

[0008] Furthermore, the first connector is located at the outlet and the second connector is located at the inlet, and when the first and second connectors are connected, the outlet and inlet are simultaneously in fluid communication. This allows the water vapor separator box to be installed in a single step, making its assembly and disassembly much easier.

[0009] Furthermore, the first connector and the second connector are vertically interlocked, and the water vapor separator is lowered when they are connected. This allows for the installation of the water vapor separator by connecting it from top to bottom to the second connector of the water outlet via the first connector. This not only facilitates the installation and removal of the water vapor separator but also ensures its stability by lowering it.

[0010] Furthermore, the rim of the outlet extends vertically upwards in the circumferential direction to form a top-closed sleeve in the aforementioned water vapor separation box. This sleeve is the aforementioned first connector, and a water outlet hole is provided on the side wall of the sleeve.

[0011] Meanwhile, the edge of the aforementioned inlet extends vertically upward to form a tube protruding from the top of the outlet. This tube serves as the second connector, and an inlet hole is formed on its wall. Furthermore, the sleeve and tube are sized to match. When the tube is inserted into the sleeve, the outlet and inlet holes are aligned and connected, with the top of the tube abutting against the top wall of the sleeve. This not only simplifies the structure of the first and second connectors but also facilitates a better vertical connection between them. Additionally, it helps ensure the stability of the connection between the water vapor separator and the outlet, thus guaranteeing a secure installation of the water vapor separator. Furthermore, the outlet and inlet holes enable fluid communication, while the abutting between the top of the tube and the top wall of the sleeve provides the upper limit for the water vapor separator.

[0012] Furthermore, the inner top surface of the sleeve is inclined, and correspondingly, the top end of the aforementioned tube is tilted to one side. When the tube is inserted into the sleeve, the top end face of the tube is in contact with the inner top surface of the sleeve, and the aforementioned water outlet and water inlet are directly opposite each other. This arrangement not only achieves the upper limit of the water vapor separator box but also enables the relative positioning of the water vapor separator box and the water outlet, ensuring that the water outlet on the water vapor separator box and the water inlet on the water outlet are directly opposite each other, thereby better guaranteeing fluid communication between the water outlet and the water inlet.

[0013] Furthermore, at least one of the inner circumferential surface of the sleeve and the outer circumferential surface of the tube is provided with an annular groove along its circumferential direction. The annular groove is provided to prevent the formation of a water film between the inner circumferential surface of the sleeve and the outer circumferential surface of the tube, so as to ensure that the water vapor separation box can be easily disassembled from the water outlet.

[0014] Furthermore, the hot water inlet is located at the lower part of one side of the water vapor separation box, while the vent and outlet are both located on the other side of the water vapor separation box. The vent is located on the top wall of the water vapor separation box and above the outlet.

[0015] Meanwhile, an upper and lower baffle assembly is provided on the inner bottom surface of the water vapor separator box, spaced between the hot water inlet and the outlet. A gap is left between the top of this baffle assembly and the inner top surface of the water vapor separator box, and a guide gap is provided for the water flow to the outlet. The water vapor separation effect is ensured by designing the positions of the hot water inlet, vent, and outlet on the water vapor separator box. Furthermore, the baffle assembly causes the hot water entering from the inlet to separate into water vapor through collision. The separated hot water flows to the outlet through the guide gap, while the separated water vapor flows to the vent.

[0016] Furthermore, the baffle assembly includes a first baffle extending vertically and adjacent to the hot water inlet and a second baffle adjacent to the water outlet, wherein the first baffle is directly opposite the hot water inlet, and a first gap is left between the two ends of the first baffle and the first and second sidewalls of the water vapor separation box, respectively.

[0017] A second gap is maintained between the second baffle and the first baffle along the distance between the hot water inlet and outlet. Each second baffle consists of two pieces, each positioned on either side of the first baffle, partially overlapping the sides of the first baffle along the distance between the hot water inlet and outlet. One side of one second baffle is attached to the first side wall of the water-vapor separator, and the other to the second side wall. A third gap is maintained between the two second baffles. These first, second, and third gaps constitute the flow guiding gap. In this way, the hot water entering through the inlet collides with the first baffle and flows into the second gap along the first gap on either side of the first baffle. It then collides a second time with each of the second baffles, and after the second collision, flows through the third gap to the outlet. This multiple collisions effectively ensure the separation of water vapor from the hot water.

[0018] Furthermore, the first baffle is a bent plate protruding towards the water outlet, with the bend directly opposite the hot water inlet, while each of the second baffles is arranged parallel to the corresponding side of the first baffle. This not only further improves the water vapor separation effect but also facilitates the guidance of hot water to the water outlet.

[0019] Furthermore, the rim of the exhaust port extends vertically upwards in the circumferential direction to form an exhaust connector, and a filter screen is provided in the exhaust port or the exhaust connector. By setting the filter screen, on the one hand, it can prevent flying insects and other dirt from entering the water vapor separation box through the exhaust port, and on the other hand, the discharged steam can collide with the filter screen and condense when it passes through the filter screen, thus achieving the effect of secondary water vapor separation.

[0020] The technical solution adopted to further solve the third technical problem mentioned above is: a water purifier, characterized in that it includes the water outlet component as described above.

[0021] Compared with the prior art, the advantages of this utility model are as follows: by setting a first connecting member at the bottom of the water vapor separator and a second connecting member at the top of the water outlet, the water vapor separator is installed through a detachable connection between the first and second connecting members, making assembly and disassembly convenient. Furthermore, while ensuring convenient assembly and disassembly, the connectivity between the water vapor separator and the water outlet is maintained, ensuring that the hot water after water vapor separation smoothly enters the water outlet. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the water outlet component in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of the water outlet component in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the water outlet component in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 4 for Figure 3 A structural diagram from another direction;

[0026] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the water vapor separation box in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0027] Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional view of the water vapor separator box in an embodiment of this utility model. Detailed Implementation

[0028] The present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0029] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "transverse," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," "counterclockwise," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship, are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description. They 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. Since the embodiments disclosed in this utility model can be arranged in different directions, these terms indicating direction are only for illustration and should not be regarded as limitations. For example, "upper" and "lower" are not necessarily limited to directions opposite to or consistent with the direction of gravity. In addition, features defined with "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of such features.

[0030] A water purifier, including such Figures 1-6 The water outlet assembly shown includes a water vapor separator 1 and a water outlet 2. The water vapor separator 1 has a hot water inlet 11, an exhaust port 12 and a water outlet 13, while the water outlet 2 has a water inlet 21 and a hot water outlet 22 (the hot water outlet 22 is located at the bottom of the water outlet 2).

[0031] Furthermore, the aforementioned water vapor separator 1 is disposed above the water outlet 2, the aforementioned water outlet 13 is disposed at the bottom of the water vapor separator 1, and the aforementioned water inlet 21 is disposed at the top of the water outlet 2. Additionally, the bottom of the aforementioned water vapor separator 1 is provided with a first connecting member, and the top of the water outlet 2 is provided with a second connecting member that can be detachably connected to the first connecting member. When the water vapor separator 1 and the water outlet 2 are connected via the first connecting member and the second connecting member, the water outlet 13 and the water inlet 21 are in fluid communication.

[0032] This invention features a first connector at the bottom of the water vapor separator 1 and a second connector at the top of the water outlet 2. The detachable connection between the first and second connectors allows for easy installation and disassembly of the water vapor separator 1. Furthermore, while ensuring ease of installation and disassembly, it also maintains connectivity between the water vapor separator 1 and the water outlet 2, ensuring that the hot water after water vapor separation flows smoothly into the water outlet 2.

[0033] Preferably, the first connecting member is disposed on the outlet 13 and the second connecting member is disposed on the inlet 21, and when the first connecting member and the second connecting member are connected, the outlet 13 is simultaneously in fluid communication with the inlet 21. This allows the installation of the water vapor separator 1 to be completed in one step, making the installation and removal of the water vapor separator 1 more convenient. More preferably, the first connecting member and the second connecting member are vertically interlocked, and the water vapor separator 1 is lowered when they are connected. This allows the water vapor separator 1 to be installed by interlocking the first connecting member with the second connecting member of the outlet 2 from top to bottom. This not only further facilitates the installation and removal of the water vapor separator 1, but also ensures the stability of the installation by lowering the water vapor separator 1.

[0034] Specifically, in this embodiment, the edge of the outlet 13 extends vertically upward in the circumferential direction to form a top-closed sleeve 14 in the water vapor separation box 1. The sleeve 14 is the first connector, and a water outlet hole 141 is provided on the side wall of the sleeve 14. Simultaneously, the edge of the inlet 21 extends vertically upward to form a tube 23 protruding from the top of the outlet 2. The tube 23 is the second connector, and a water inlet hole 231 is provided on the tube wall of the tube 23. Furthermore, the sleeve 14 and the tube 23 are sized to match. When the tube 23 is inserted into the sleeve 14, the water outlet hole 141 and the water inlet hole 231 are directly opposite each other and connected, and the top of the tube 23 abuts against the top wall of the sleeve 14. This design not only simplifies the structure of the first and second connectors but also facilitates better vertical insertion and connection between them. Furthermore, it ensures the stability of the connection between the water vapor separator 1 and the outlet 2, thereby guaranteeing the secure installation of the water vapor separator 1. Additionally, the outlet 13 and inlet 21 are connected by opening the outlet hole 141 and inlet hole 231, while the upper limit of the water vapor separator 1 is achieved by the top of the insert 23 abutting against the top wall of the insert sleeve 14. This design is simple and reliable.

[0035] Preferably, the inner top surface of the aforementioned sleeve 14 is inclined, and correspondingly, the top end of the aforementioned tube 23 is inclined to one side. When the tube 23 is inserted into the sleeve 14, the top end face of the tube 23 is in contact with the inner top surface of the sleeve 14, and the aforementioned water outlet 141 and water inlet 231 are directly opposite each other. This arrangement not only achieves the upper limit of the water vapor separation box 1, but also achieves the relative positioning of the water vapor separation box 1 and the water outlet 2 (foolproof design), so that the water outlet 141 on the water vapor separation box 1 and the water inlet 231 on the water outlet 2 are directly opposite each other, thereby better ensuring the fluid communication between the water outlet 13 and the water inlet 21.

[0036] Furthermore, at least one of the inner circumferential surface of the sleeve 14 and the outer circumferential surface of the tube 23 is provided with an annular groove 142 along its upper circumferential direction. The annular groove 142 is provided to prevent the formation of a water film between the inner circumferential surface of the sleeve 14 and the outer circumferential surface of the tube 23, thus preventing them from easily separating and ensuring that the water vapor separator 1 can be smoothly disassembled from the water outlet 2. In this embodiment, specifically, the annular groove 142 is provided on the inner circumferential surface of the sleeve 14.

[0037] Furthermore, the hot water inlet 11 is located at the lower part of one side of the water vapor separation box 1, while the vent 12 and the outlet 13 are both located on the other side of the water vapor separation box 1. The vent 12 is located on the top wall of the water vapor separation box 1 and above the outlet 13. Simultaneously, a vertically extending baffle assembly 15 is provided on the inner bottom surface of the water vapor separation box 1, spaced between the hot water inlet 11 and the outlet 13. A gap is left between the top of the baffle assembly 15 and the inner top surface of the water vapor separation box 1, and a flow guide gap 16 is provided to guide the water flow to the outlet 13. The water vapor separation effect is ensured by designing the positions of the hot water inlet 11, the vent 12, and the outlet 13 on the water vapor separation box 1. Furthermore, the baffle assembly 15 causes the hot water entering from the hot water inlet 11 to achieve water vapor separation due to collision. The separated hot water flows to the outlet 13 through the flow guide gap 16, while the separated water vapor flows to the vent 12.

[0038] Specifically, such as Figure 4 As shown, the baffle assembly 15 includes a first baffle 151 extending vertically and adjacent to the hot water inlet 11 and a second baffle 152 adjacent to the water outlet 13. The first baffle 151 is directly opposite the hot water inlet 11, and a first gap 161 is left between the two ends of the first baffle 151 and the first and second side walls of the water vapor separation box 1, respectively. A second gap 162 is provided between the second baffle 152 and the first baffle 151 along the distance between the hot water inlet 11 and the outlet 13. Each second baffle 152 consists of two pieces, each disposed on one side of the first baffle 151, partially overlapping the sides of the first baffle 151 along the distance between the hot water inlet 11 and the outlet 13. One side of one second baffle 152 is fixed to the first side wall of the water vapor separator 1, and the other is fixed to the second side wall of the water vapor separator 1. A third gap 163 is provided between the two second baffles 152. The first gap 161, the second gap 162, and the third gap 163 constitute the flow guiding gap 16. Thus, the hot water entering through the hot water inlet 11 collides with the first baffle 151 and flows into the second gap 162 along the first gap 161 on both sides of the first baffle 151. It then collides a second time with each of the second baffles 152, and after the second collision, flows through the third gap 163 to the outlet 13. Multiple collisions can effectively ensure the separation of water vapor from hot water.

[0039] Preferably, such as Figure 4 As shown, the first baffle 151 is a bent plate protruding towards the outlet 13, and the bent part is directly opposite the hot water inlet 11. Each second baffle 152 is arranged parallel to the corresponding side of the first baffle 151. This not only further improves the water vapor separation effect but also facilitates guiding hot water to the outlet 13. In this embodiment, more preferably, the included angle formed by the first baffle 151 is an obtuse angle. Three outlet holes 141 are spaced circumferentially on the side of the insert 14 facing the baffle assembly 15, with the middle outlet hole 141 opposite to the third gap 163. Figure 4 As shown.

[0040] Furthermore, the vent 12 extends vertically upward along the circumferential direction to form an vent connector 121, and a filter screen (not shown) is provided in the vent 12 or the vent connector 121. By providing a filter screen, on the one hand, it can prevent flying insects and other dirt from entering the water vapor separation box 1 through the vent 12, and on the other hand, the discharged steam can collide with the filter screen and condense when it passes through the filter screen, thus achieving the effect of secondary water vapor separation.

[0041] Furthermore, such as Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, in this embodiment, the water vapor separator 1 includes an open-top box body 1a and a cover 1b that covers the opening of the box body 1a. The exhaust port 12 is located on the cover 1b, and the hot water inlet 11 and the outlet 13 are both located on the box body 1a. The baffle assembly 15 protrudes from the inner bottom surface of the box body 1a and is integral with the box body 1a. Furthermore, the inner bottom surface of the box body 1a slopes downwards from the side where the hot water inlet 11 is located towards the outlet 13 (e.g., ...). Figure 2 As shown), this allows hot water to flow better towards the outlet 13. A preferred tilt angle is 5°, which simultaneously achieves both flow guidance and water vapor separation (too fast a flow of hot water towards the outlet 13 would affect water vapor separation). Furthermore, the edge of the hot water inlet 11 extends horizontally outward in the circumferential direction to form a hot water connector 111 for easy pipe connection. Simultaneously, the edge of the outlet 13 extends vertically downward in the circumferential direction to form an outlet connector 131. And the lower end of the insertion tube 23 has circumferentially spaced limiting ribs 232 (such as...) Figure 3 As shown), with the insertion tube 23 inserted into the sleeve 14, the insertion tube 23 is inserted into the water outlet connector 131, and the lower edge of the water outlet connector 131 abuts against the upper and lower limiting ribs 232. Figure 2 As shown.

[0042] The term "fluid connectivity" as used in this utility model refers to the spatial relationship between two components or parts (hereinafter referred to as the first part and the second part, respectively), that is, a fluid (gas, liquid, or a mixture of both) can flow from the first part along a flow path and / or be transported to the second part. This can be a direct connection between the first part and the second part, or an indirect connection between the first part and the second part through at least one third party. The third party can be a fluid channel such as a pipe, channel, conduit, guide, hole, or groove, or a chamber or combination thereof that allows fluid to flow through.

Claims

1. A water outlet assembly, comprising a water vapor separator (1) and a water outlet (2), wherein, The water vapor separator (1) has a hot water inlet (11), an exhaust port (12), and a water outlet (13), while the water outlet (2) has a water inlet (21). The water vapor separator (1) is positioned above the water outlet (2), the water outlet (13) is located at the bottom of the water vapor separator (1), and the water inlet (21) is located at the top of the water outlet (2). Furthermore, the water vapor separator (1) is provided with a first connector, and the water outlet (2) is provided with a second connector that can be detachably connected to the first connector. When the water vapor separator (1) and the water outlet (2) are connected through the first connector and the second connector, the water outlet (13) and the water inlet (21) are in fluid communication.

2. The water outlet component as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The first connector is located on the outlet (13) and the second connector is located on the inlet (21). When the first connector and the second connector are connected, the outlet (13) is in fluid communication with the inlet (21).

3. The water outlet component as described in claim 2, characterized in that, When the first connector and the second connector are inserted and connected, and the water vapor separator (1) is in a connected state, the water vapor separator (1) is lowered.

4. The water outlet component as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The rim of the outlet (13) extends vertically upward along the circumference to form a top-closed sleeve (14) in the water vapor separation box (1). The sleeve (14) is the first connector and has an outlet hole (141) on its side wall. Meanwhile, the edge of the inlet (21) extends vertically upward to form a tube (23) protruding on the top of the outlet (2). The tube (23) is the second connector and the tube wall of the tube (23) is provided with an inlet hole (231). The size of the sleeve (14) matches that of the tube (23). When the tube (23) is inserted into the sleeve (14), the outlet hole (141) and the inlet hole (231) are connected and face each other. The top of the tube (23) abuts against the top wall of the sleeve (14).

5. The water outlet component as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The inner top surface of the sleeve (14) is inclined, and correspondingly, the top end of the tube (23) is tilted to one side. When the tube (23) is inserted into the sleeve (14), the top end face of the tube (23) is in contact with the inner top surface of the sleeve (14), and the water outlet (141) and the water inlet (231) are directly opposite each other.

6. The water outlet assembly as described in claim 4 or 5, characterized in that, At least one of the inner circumferential surface of the sleeve (14) and the outer circumferential surface of the tube (23) is provided with an annular groove (142) along the circumferential direction.

7. The water outlet assembly as described in any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that, The hot water inlet (11) is located on the lower part of one side of the water vapor separator (1), and the exhaust port (12) and the water outlet (13) are both located on the other side of the water vapor separator (1). The exhaust port (12) is located on the top wall of the water vapor separator (1) and above the water outlet (13). Meanwhile, on the inner bottom surface of the water vapor separator (1), there is a baffle assembly (15) extending vertically between the hot water inlet (11) and the outlet (13). There is a gap between the top of the baffle assembly (15) and the inner top surface of the water vapor separator (1), and a guide gap (16) is provided for water to flow to the outlet (13).

8. The water outlet component as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The baffle assembly (15) includes a first baffle (151) extending vertically and adjacent to the hot water inlet (11) and a second baffle (152) adjacent to the water outlet (13). The first baffle (151) is directly opposite the hot water inlet (11), and a first gap (161) is left between the two ends of the first baffle (151) and the first and second side walls of the water vapor separation box (1), respectively. A second gap (162) is left between the second baffle (152) and the first baffle (151) along the distance between the hot water inlet (11) and the outlet (13). Each second baffle (152) consists of two pieces and is respectively set on both sides of the first baffle (151). The baffles on both sides of the first baffle (151) partially overlap with the plates on both sides of the first baffle (151) along the distance between the hot water inlet (11) and the outlet (13). One side of one of the second baffles (152) is attached to the first side wall of the water vapor separation box (1), and the other side is attached to the second side wall of the water vapor separation box (1). A third gap (163) is left between the two second baffles (152). The first gap (161), the second gap (162) and the third gap (163) constitute the flow guiding gap (16).

9. The water outlet component as described in claim 8, characterized in that, The first baffle (151) is a bent plate that protrudes towards the water outlet (13), and the bent part is directly opposite the hot water inlet (11). Each second baffle (152) is arranged parallel to the corresponding side of the first baffle (151).

10. The water outlet assembly as described in any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that, The vent (12) extends vertically upward along the circumferential direction to form an exhaust connector (121), and a filter screen is provided in the vent (12) or the exhaust connector (121).

11. A water purifier, characterized in that, Includes the water outlet component as described in any one of claims 1 to 10.

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