Intelligent control equipment of filter and intelligent filter

Abstract

The intelligent control device of the filter comprises a first shell, a main control board and a control input piece, the main control board is arranged in the first shell, the control input piece is arranged on the first shell, and the main control board is arranged in the first shell. The control input part is connected with the main control board and is used for inputting a control signal to the main control board; and a first clamping structure is arranged on the bottom surface of the first shell. The intelligent control equipment of the filter and the intelligent filter disclosed by the utility model are convenient to maintain, and the overall size of the filter can be reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of filtration equipment technology, and in particular to an intelligent control device for filters and an intelligent filter. Background Technology

[0002] Traditional smart filters typically have buttons directly on the filter body to control the pump's power and adjust the flow rate. These filters integrate the control module within the filter itself. However, this presents two problems: firstly, maintenance requires removing the entire filter from the aquarium, which is cumbersome and inconvenient; secondly, it results in a larger overall filter size. Utility Model Content

[0003] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model proposes an intelligent control device and an intelligent filter, which not only facilitates maintenance but also reduces the overall size of the filter.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0005] In a first aspect, this utility model discloses an intelligent control device for a filter, comprising a first housing, a main control board, and a control input component. The main control board is disposed inside the first housing, and the control input component is disposed on the first housing. The control input component is connected to the main control board for inputting control signals to the main control board. A first locking structure is provided on the bottom surface of the first housing.

[0006] Preferably, the first locking structure includes a fixing hole and a slot, the fixing hole and the slot are spaced apart, the bottom surface of the first housing has an inner groove, the bottom of the inner groove protrudes to form a baffle, the baffle surrounds to form the slot, and the bottom of the inner groove has the fixing hole.

[0007] Preferably, the bottom surface of the first housing has an inner groove, the first locking structure includes a fixing hole, the groove wall of the inner groove penetrates the outer wall of the first housing along a first direction to form a first clearance opening, the first clearance opening extends along the height direction of the first housing to the bottom surface of the first housing to form a notch structure, and the fixing hole located in the inner groove is opposite to the first clearance opening along the first direction.

[0008] Preferably, the first housing has a second clearance opening on the outer wall of the side where the first clearance opening is located. The second clearance opening extends along the height direction of the first housing to the bottom surface of the first housing to form a notch structure. The second clearance opening is spaced apart from the inner groove, and the fixing hole is provided in the second clearance opening.

[0009] Preferably, the intelligent control device of the filter further includes an automatic feeding device and a display screen. The automatic feeding device is disposed inside the first housing and is located on opposite sides of the first housing, respectively, with the first clearance opening. The main control board is electrically connected to the automatic feeding device for controlling the automatic feeding device. The display screen is disposed on the first housing and is electrically connected to the main control board.

[0010] Secondly, this utility model discloses an intelligent filter, including a filter body and an intelligent control device. The filter body includes a second housing and a filter assembly, the filter assembly being disposed within the second housing. The intelligent control device includes a first housing, a main control board, and a control input device. The main control board is disposed within the first housing, and the control input device is disposed on the first housing. The control input device is connected to the main control board for inputting control signals to the main control board. The bottom surface of the first housing is provided with a first locking structure. The top and sides of the second housing are provided with second locking structures. The first locking structure and the second locking structure can be engaged and fitted together. The first housing can be detachably fixed to a first mounting position or a second mounting position of the second housing. In the first mounting position, the first housing is engaged with the second locking structure on the top of the second housing through the first locking structure. In the second mounting position, the first housing is engaged with the second locking structure on the side of the second housing through the first locking structure.

[0011] Preferably, the second housing has an inlet pipe and an outlet pipe on its side, wherein the top of the inlet pipe and the outlet pipe are provided with the second locking structure; and / or, the second housing has a wall-mounting block on its side, the inlet pipe and the outlet pipe pass through the wall-mounting block, the inlet pipe and the wall-mounting block are fixed with the second locking structure, and the outlet pipe and the wall-mounting block are fixed with the second locking structure.

[0012] Preferably, the sidewall and bottom surface of the first housing together form a first clearance opening and a second clearance opening, and the first locking structure is provided in both the first clearance opening and the second clearance opening; in the second installation position, the top part of the water inlet pipe is locked into the second clearance opening, and the second locking structure on the water inlet pipe is locked into the first locking structure in the second clearance opening; the top part of the water outlet pipe is locked into the first clearance opening, and the second locking structure on the water outlet pipe is locked into the first locking structure in the first clearance opening.

[0013] Preferably, the first housing is provided with an automatic feeder, which is located on the side wall of the first housing on the side where the first and second recesses are located.

[0014] Preferably, the top of the second housing has an installation port and a cover, the filter assembly includes a filter element, the filter element is disposed below the cover, the installation port communicates with the interior of the second housing, the cover is disposed on the installation port, and the top of the cover has a handle to form a second locking structure; in the first installation position, the first locking structure of the first housing is engaged with the second locking structure of the cover.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are that the intelligent control device and intelligent filter disclosed in this utility model can be completely disassembled or installed from the filter. On the one hand, when the control module needs to be maintained, the intelligent control device can simply be removed from the filter, which is convenient to operate. On the other hand, by removing the control module from the filter and making it into an independent intelligent control device, it is also beneficial to reduce the overall size of the filter and make it easier to clean the filter separately. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the intelligent control device for the filter according to Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A structural schematic diagram of the intelligent control device for the intermediate filter from the bottom view;

[0018] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 A bottom view of the intelligent control device for the intermediate filter;

[0019] Figure 4 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the internal structure of the automatic feeding device of the intelligent control equipment for the medium filter;

[0020] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the stacked installation state of the intelligent filter according to Embodiment 2 of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the unfolded installation state of the intelligent filter according to Embodiment 2 of this utility model.

[0022] Explanation of icon numbers:

[0023] 10. Intelligent control device; 11. First housing; 111. Inner groove; 1111. Baffle; 112. Fixing hole; 113. First clearance opening; 114. Second clearance opening; 115. Slot;

[0024] 12. Control input device; 13. Display screen; 14. Automatic feeding device; 141. Storage bin; 142. Cover plate;

[0025] 20. Filter body;

[0026] 21. Second housing; 211. Mounting port; 212. Cover; 2121. Handle; 22. Wall-mounting clip; 23. Water inlet pipe; 231. First clip; 24. Water outlet pipe; 241. Second clip. Detailed Implementation

[0027] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. It should be emphasized that the following description is merely exemplary and not intended to limit the scope and application of this utility model.

[0028] It should be noted that when a component is referred to as "fixed to" or "set on" another component, it can be directly on or indirectly on that other component. When a component is referred to as "connected to" another component, it can be directly connected to or indirectly connected to that other component. Furthermore, a connection can be used for both fixing and circuit / signal connectivity.

[0029] It should be understood that the terms "length", "width", "up", "down", "front", "back", "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 the embodiments of 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.

[0030] 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 embodiments of this utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0031] like Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown in the figure, Embodiment 1 of this utility model discloses an intelligent control device 10 for a filter, including a first housing 11, a main control board (not shown), and a control input component 12. The main control board is disposed inside the first housing 11, and the control input component 12 is disposed on the first housing 11. The control input component 12 is connected to the main control board for inputting control signals to the main control board. The bottom surface of the first housing 11 is provided with a first locking structure. The first housing 11 can be detachably fixed to the filter through the first locking structure. The intelligent control device can be completely removed from or installed on the filter. On the one hand, when maintenance of the control module is required, the intelligent control device can be simply removed from the filter, which is convenient. On the other hand, by removing the control module from the filter and making it a separate intelligent control device, it is also beneficial to reduce the overall size of the filter and facilitate individual cleaning of the filter.

[0032] Combination Figure 2 and Figure 3 The bottom surface of the first housing 11 has an inner groove 111. The first locking structure includes a fixing hole 112, which is located at the bottom of the inner groove 111. The groove wall of the inner groove 111 extends along a first direction to the outer wall of the first housing 11, forming a first clearance opening 113. The first clearance opening 113 extends along the height direction of the first housing 11 to the bottom surface of the first housing 11 to form a notch structure. The fixing hole 112 in the inner groove 111 is opposite to the first clearance opening 113 along the first direction. The first direction is, for example, the width direction of the first housing 11. Further, the first housing 11 also has a second clearance opening 114 on the outer wall of the side where the first clearance opening 113 is located. The second clearance opening 114 extends along the height direction of the first housing 11 to the bottom surface of the first housing 11 to form a notch structure. The second clearance opening 114 is spaced apart from the inner groove 111, and a fixing hole 112 is also formed in the second clearance opening 114. Generally, the fixing holes 112 corresponding to the first clearance opening 113 and the second clearance opening 114 are at the same height in the first housing 11, which facilitates the installation with the filter.

[0033] In a further embodiment, the first locking structure includes not only the fixing hole 112, but also a slot 115. The slot 115 and the fixing hole 112 are spaced apart. Specifically, the bottom of the groove 111 protrudes to form a baffle 1111, and the slot 115 is formed by the baffle 1111 surrounding it. The slot 115 has an elongated structure. In one embodiment, the number of slots 115 can be two or more, with each slot 115 spaced apart and located within the groove 111. The extending directions of each slot 115 can be the same or different; for example, the extending directions of two slots 115 can be perpendicular to each other.

[0034] like Figure 4As shown, the intelligent control device also includes a display screen 13, which is mounted on the first housing 11 and electrically connected to the main control board. The display screen 13 can display information such as water temperature, filter flow rate, Wi-Fi / Bluetooth connection status, and water quality. Correspondingly, the control inputs 12 are, for example, touch buttons or mechanical buttons. There can be multiple control inputs 12, such as those corresponding to water temperature control, filter flow rate, automatic feeder control, and timer functions. All or part of the functions corresponding to the control inputs 12 can be displayed on the display screen 13, allowing users to easily understand the current functional status of the aquarium and modules. Figure 1 The intelligent control device also includes an automatic feeding device 14, which is located inside the first housing 11, and the main control board is electrically connected to the automatic feeding device 14 to control the automatic feeding device 14.

[0035] like Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, Embodiment 2 of this utility model discloses an intelligent filter, including an intelligent control device 10 and a filter body 20. The intelligent control device 10 includes a first housing 11, a main control board (not shown in the figure), and a control input device 12. The main control board is disposed inside the first housing 11, and the control input device 12 is disposed on the first housing 11. The control input device 12 is connected to the main control board for inputting control signals to the main control board. The bottom surface of the first housing 11 is provided with a first locking structure. The filter body 20 includes a second housing 21 and a filter assembly (not shown in the figure), and the filter assembly is disposed inside the second housing 21. The top and sides of the second housing 21 are provided with second locking structures. The first locking structure and the second locking structure can be engaged and fitted together. The first housing 11 can be detachably fixed to the first mounting position or the second mounting position of the second housing 21. Figure 5 As shown, in the first installation position, the first housing 11 is snapped onto the second snap-fit ​​structure on top of the second housing 21 via the first snap-fit ​​structure, forming a stacked installation state of the smart filter; as Figure 6 As shown, in the second installation position, the first housing 11 is engaged with the second locking structure on the side of the second housing 21 through the first locking structure to form the unfolded installation state of the smart filter.

[0036] The second housing 21 has an inlet pipe 23 and an outlet pipe 24 on its side, and both the inlet pipe 23 and the outlet pipe 24 have a second locking structure on their tops. In this embodiment, the inlet pipe 23 and the outlet pipe 24 are spaced apart. The filter body 20 also includes electronic components (not shown in the figure), such as a water pump. The water pump is used to introduce water from the fish tank into the second housing 21 through the inlet pipe 23, pass it through the filter assembly, and then discharge it through the outlet pipe 24 back into the fish tank. The side of the second housing 21, where the inlet pipe 23 and the outlet pipe 24 are located, is also provided with a wall-mounting block 22 for hanging on the side wall of the fish tank. The inlet pipe 23 and the outlet pipe 24 are both fixed to the wall-mounting block 22, which can reduce the space occupied on the wall surface of the second housing 21.

[0037] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the inlet pipe 23 and the outlet pipe 24 are installed on the wall-mounted bracket 22, and a second locking structure is fixed between the inlet pipe 23 and the wall-mounted bracket 22 or on the wall-mounted bracket 22; a second locking structure is also fixed between the outlet pipe 24 and the wall-mounted bracket 22 or on the wall-mounted bracket 22.

[0038] refer to Figure 2 The sidewalls and bottom surface of the first housing 11 together form a first clearance opening 113 and a second clearance opening 114, and both the first clearance opening 113 and the second clearance opening 114 are provided with a first locking structure; such as Figure 6 As shown, in the second installation position, the top part of the water inlet pipe 23 is inserted into the second clearance port 114, and the second locking structure on the water inlet pipe 23 is inserted into the first locking structure in the second clearance port 114; the top part of the water outlet pipe 24 is inserted into the first clearance port 113, and the second locking structure on the water outlet pipe 23 is inserted into the first locking structure in the first clearance port 113. Specifically, the top of the inlet pipe 23 is provided with a first locking block 231, and the top of the outlet pipe 24 is provided with a second locking block 241. The first locking block 231 and the second locking block 241 form a second locking structure on the side of the second housing 21. The first clearance port 113 and the second clearance port 114 are respectively provided with fixing holes 112, and the shape of the fixing holes 112 is adapted to the first locking block 231 and the second locking block 241. In the second installation position, the top part of the outlet pipe 24 is inserted into the first clearance port 113 so that the second locking block 241 is inserted into the fixing hole 112, and the top part of the inlet pipe 23 is inserted into the second clearance port 114 so that the first locking block 231 is inserted into the fixing hole 112. By engaging the inlet pipe 23 and the outlet pipe 24 with the first clearance port 113 and the second clearance port 114 respectively, the installation stability of the intelligent control device 10 can be further enhanced.

[0039] In other embodiments, the first card block 231 and the second card block 241 may also be respectively disposed on two wall-mounted card blocks 22.

[0040] An automatic feeder 14 is provided in the first housing 11. The automatic feeder 14 is located on the side wall opposite to the side on the first housing 11 where the first and second recesses 113 are located. That is, the automatic feeder 14 is located inside the first housing 11 and is located on opposite sides of the first housing 11 with the first recesses 113 respectively.

[0041] In one embodiment, the automatic feeder 14 includes a drive unit and a slider. When the automatic feeder 14 receives a feeding control signal, the drive unit causes the slider to extend from the side of the first housing 11 away from the first recess 113, so that the feed falling into the slider from the storage bin 141 falls into the fish tank. The storage bin 141 is covered with a cover plate 142. In both the first and second mounting positions, the slider of the automatic feeder 14 extends out of the first housing 11 and is located above the tank body, so that it is not obstructed by the filter in the direction of feed falling. To this end, the second housing 21 further includes a top shell, which has the same cross-sectional shape and size as the first housing 11, so that when the two are stacked (first mounting position), the side walls of the filter body 20 and the intelligent control device 10 are flat vertical surfaces, which is more aesthetically pleasing and does not obstruct the feeding process of the automatic feeder.

[0042] The second housing 21 has an installation port 211 and a cover 212 at its top. The filter assembly includes a filter element, which is located below the cover 212. The installation port 211 communicates with the interior of the second housing 21. The cover 212 covers the installation port 211. The top of the cover 212 has a handle 2121, for example, in the shape of a long strip, to form a second locking structure at the top of the second housing 21. The cover 212 is, for example, a screw cap. After the screw cap is unscrewed, the filter element in the second housing 21 can be taken out and replaced. The bottom surface of the first housing 11 has an inner groove 111, the bottom of which protrudes to form a baffle 1111. The baffle 1111 surrounds to form a slot 115, which forms a first locking structure for the first housing 11. The slot 115 is adapted to the shape of the handle 2121. In the first installation position, the slot 115 engages with the handle 2121 on the top of the cover 212 to secure the intelligent control device 10 in the stacked installation state, preventing the intelligent control device 10 from slipping. Further, as... Figure 2 and Figure 3 In the illustrated embodiment, the top of the second housing 21 has two covers 212, and the bottom surface of the first housing 11 has two slots 115. In the first mounting position, each handle 2121 is inserted into a corresponding slot 115. When the cover 212 is a screw cap, since the two screw caps are spaced apart, when they are respectively engaged with different screw caps through the two slots 115, rotation of the first housing 11 in the horizontal plane can be restricted. That is, the first housing 11 will not cause the screw caps to rotate when subjected to rotational thrust in the horizontal direction, thereby improving the installation stability of the intelligent control device 10.

[0043] This invention presents an intelligent control device 10 as an independent, detachable, and independently usable control module. It can be detached from the filter body 20 and can be installed in two different configurations. Regardless of the installation method, the intelligent control device 10 can establish a control connection with the electronic components (such as the water pump) in the filter body 20 via cable or Bluetooth, thereby controlling the water pump's driving capability and the filter's filtration level. The control input 12 is, for example, a touch button, which can control the filter, automatic feeder, etc. The display screen 13 can be used to display the current status information of the aquarium or filter.

[0044] The background section of this utility model may include background information about the problems or circumstances surrounding the present utility model, rather than a description of prior art by others. Therefore, the content included in the background section is not an admission of prior art by the applicant.

[0045] The above description, in conjunction with specific / preferred embodiments, provides a further detailed explanation of the present invention and should not be construed as limiting the specific implementation of the present invention to these descriptions. For those skilled in the art, various substitutions or modifications can be made to these described embodiments without departing from the concept of the present invention, and all such substitutions or modifications should be considered within the protection scope of the present invention. In the description of this specification, the reference to terms such as "an embodiment," "some embodiments," "preferred embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicates that the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described can be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification and the features of different embodiments or examples. Although embodiments of the present invention and their advantages have been described in detail, it should be understood that various changes, substitutions and alterations may be made herein without departing from the scope defined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. An intelligent control device for a filter, characterized in that, It includes a first housing, a main control board, and a control input device. The main control board is disposed inside the first housing, and the control input device is disposed on the first housing. The control input device is connected to the main control board to input control signals to the main control board. The bottom surface of the first housing is provided with a first locking structure.

2. The intelligent control device for the filter according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first locking structure includes a fixing hole and a slot, the fixing hole and the slot are spaced apart, the bottom surface of the first housing has an inner groove, the bottom of the inner groove protrudes to form a baffle, the baffle surrounds to form the slot, and the bottom of the inner groove has the fixing hole.

3. The intelligent control device for the filter according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom surface of the first housing has an inner groove, and the first locking structure includes a fixing hole. The groove wall of the inner groove penetrates the outer wall of the first housing along a first direction to form a first clearance opening. The first clearance opening extends along the height direction of the first housing to the bottom surface of the first housing to form a notch structure. The fixing hole located in the inner groove is opposite to the first clearance opening along the first direction.

4. The intelligent control device for the filter according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first housing has a second clearance opening on the outer wall of the side where the first clearance opening is located. The second clearance opening extends along the height direction of the first housing to the bottom surface of the first housing to form a notch structure. The second clearance opening is spaced apart from the inner groove, and the fixing hole is provided in the second clearance opening.

5. The intelligent control device for the filter according to claim 3, characterized in that, It also includes an automatic feeding device and a display screen. The automatic feeding device is located inside the first housing and is located on opposite sides of the first housing, respectively, with the first clearance opening. The main control board is electrically connected to the automatic feeding device to control the automatic feeding device. The display screen is located on the first housing and is electrically connected to the main control board.

6. A smart filter, characterized in that, Includes the filter body and intelligent control equipment. The filter body includes a second housing and a filter assembly, wherein the filter assembly is disposed within the second housing; The intelligent control device includes a first housing, a main control board, and a control input device. The main control board is disposed inside the first housing, and the control input device is disposed on the first housing. The control input device is connected to the main control board to input control signals to the main control board. The bottom surface of the first housing is provided with a first locking structure. The second housing is provided with a second locking structure on its top and side. The first locking structure and the second locking structure can be locked together. The first housing can be detachably fixed to the first mounting position or the second mounting position of the second housing. In the first mounting position, the first housing is locked to the second locking structure on the top of the second housing through the first locking structure. In the second mounting position, the first housing is locked to the second locking structure on the side of the second housing through the first locking structure.

7. The intelligent filter according to claim 6, characterized in that, The second housing has an inlet pipe and an outlet pipe on its side, wherein, The top of both the inlet pipe and the outlet pipe is provided with the second locking structure; and / or, the side of the second housing is provided with a wall-mounting block, the inlet pipe and the outlet pipe pass through the wall-mounting block, the second locking structure is fixed between the inlet pipe and the wall-mounting block or on the wall-mounting block, and the second locking structure is fixed between the outlet pipe and the wall-mounting block or on the wall-mounting block.

8. The intelligent filter according to claim 7, characterized in that, The sidewall and bottom surface of the first housing together form a first clearance opening and a second clearance opening, and the first locking structure is provided in both the first clearance opening and the second clearance opening; in the second installation position, the top part of the water inlet pipe is locked into the second clearance opening, and the second locking structure on the water inlet pipe is locked into the first locking structure in the second clearance opening; the top part of the water outlet pipe is locked into the first clearance opening, and the second locking structure on the water outlet pipe is locked into the first locking structure in the first clearance opening.

9. The intelligent filter according to claim 8, characterized in that, An automatic feeder is provided in the first housing, and the automatic feeder is located on the side wall of the first housing on the side where the first and second recesses are located.

10. The intelligent filter according to claim 6, characterized in that, The second housing has an installation port and a cover at its top. The filter assembly includes a filter element located below the cover. The installation port communicates with the interior of the second housing. The cover is placed over the installation port. The top of the cover has a handle to form a second locking structure. In the first installation position, the first locking structure of the first housing engages with the second locking structure of the cover.

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