A rotatable and foldable shower head device

Abstract

This utility model discloses a rotatable and foldable shower head device, which includes: a support rod, a shower head assembly, and a nozzle assembly; the support rod is a hollow structure, arranged vertically, and has a connecting part at the top; the shower head assembly is a strip-shaped structure, rotatably connected to the connecting part of the support rod via a hinge assembly; the hinge assembly includes a first rotating shaft, a second rotating shaft, a first bushing, and a second bushing; the first rotating shaft is integrally formed to one end of the second rotating shaft; the first bushing is installed at one end of the shower head assembly, the first rotating shaft is inserted into the first bushing, and is fixed by a rotating component; the second bushing is fixed to the connecting part, the second rotating shaft is inserted into the second bushing, and forms a rotatable fit; the nozzle assembly is installed on the side of the shower head assembly, including several nozzles arranged along the length of the shower head assembly and connecting components, the nozzles being connected to the shower head assembly via connecting components. With the above configuration, the shower head device is more flexible and comfortable to use.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of bathroom technology, and in particular to a rotatable and foldable shower head device. Background Technology

[0002] Most existing showerheads are fixed structures, installed on the walls or ceiling of the bathroom, with a fixed spray direction that cannot be flexibly adjusted according to the user's actual needs. During use, users find it difficult to adjust the angle of the water jet, resulting in some areas not being cleaned and a poor showering experience.

[0003] Furthermore, traditional shower heads are exposed for extended periods, making effective storage impossible and taking up considerable space, especially noticeable in small bathrooms. This hinders space utilization and maintains a clean environment. Some users also need to manually adjust their body position when washing areas such as their waist and back, which is inconvenient and poses certain safety hazards.

[0004] While some showerheads currently offer angle adjustment, most employ a single pivot structure, resulting in inconvenient adjustment and a lack of reliable positioning and limiting mechanisms. This makes them prone to slipping or rebounding, affecting stability during use. Therefore, there is an urgent need for a showerhead device with a reasonable structure, convenient operation, and rotation and folding functions to improve flexibility and comfort, and to meet installation requirements in various spatial environments. Utility Model Content

[0005] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, the purpose of this invention is to provide a rotatable and foldable shower head device. This shower head device offers greater flexibility and comfort in use.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0007] A rotatable and foldable shower head device includes: a support rod, a shower head assembly, and a nozzle assembly; the support rod is a hollow structure, arranged vertically, and has a connecting portion at its top; the shower head assembly is a strip-shaped structure, rotatably connected to the connecting portion of the support rod via a hinge assembly, and includes a first state unfolded relative to the support rod and a second state retracted relative to the support rod; the hinge assembly includes a first rotating shaft, a second rotating shaft, a first bushing, and a second bushing; the first rotating shaft is fixedly connected to or integrally formed to one end of the second rotating shaft, and the axes of the first rotating shaft and the second rotating shaft are perpendicular to each other; the first bushing is installed at one end of the shower head assembly, the first rotating shaft is inserted into the first bushing, and is fixed by a rotating component, allowing the shower head to rotate around the axis of the first rotating shaft; the second bushing is fixed to the connecting portion, the second rotating shaft is inserted into the second bushing, and forms a rotational fit; the nozzle assembly is installed on the side of the shower head assembly, including a plurality of nozzles arranged along the length of the shower head assembly and connecting components, the nozzles being connected to the shower head assembly via connecting components.

[0008] Furthermore, the shower assembly has a notch on the side away from the nozzle, near the hinge assembly, which, together with the support rod and the hinge assembly, forms a single-sided snap structure to restrict the shower assembly from flipping downward around the hinge assembly only when the nozzle assembly is facing upward.

[0009] Furthermore, when the shower assembly is in the second state, the shower assembly is basically parallel to the support rod, and the side of the shower assembly with the nozzle assembly faces away from the support rod.

[0010] Furthermore, the shower head assembly also includes a water circuit control component, which includes a water inlet, a valve core assembly, a rotating rod, a handwheel, and a valve core rubber. The water inlet is installed at one end of the shower head assembly for connection to an external water supply system. One end of the valve core assembly is connected to the water inlet, and the other end is connected to the handwheel via the rotating rod. The handwheel is installed on the side of the shower head assembly where the spray head is located, and the rotating rod passes through the shower head assembly and connects to the valve core assembly. The valve core rubber is disposed between the valve core assembly and the rotating rod.

[0011] Furthermore, the support rod is provided with a water inlet pipe, one end of which is inserted into the connecting part. The second rotating shaft is provided with a first water inlet channel along its axial direction, which is connected to the water inlet pipe. The first bushing is provided with a second water inlet channel along the axial direction of the first rotating shaft on the side near the shower assembly, which is connected to the water inlet interface. The rotating part is provided with a water inlet at one end of the first rotating shaft, which is connected to the first water inlet channel. The rotating part is provided with a water outlet at one end of the first bushing, which is connected to the second water inlet channel. The rotating part is provided with a third water inlet channel connecting the water inlet and the water outlet.

[0012] Furthermore, the rotating component is fitted with several damping components for limiting the relative rotation between the first rotating shaft and the first bushing, and the second rotating shaft is fitted with a second damping component for limiting the relative rotation between the second rotating shaft and the second bushing; damping components are provided on both sides of the inlet; damping components are provided on both sides of the outlet.

[0013] Furthermore, the shower device also includes a water distribution structure, which is located between the valve core assembly and the nozzle assembly to guide water flow to multiple nozzles.

[0014] Furthermore, the connector has a ball-head structure, and a sealing ring is provided between the connector and the water distribution structure.

[0015] Furthermore, the first bushing is provided with positioning gears on both sides of the first rotating shaft; the two ends of the first rotating shaft are provided with spring beads corresponding to the positioning gears, and the spring beads can be embedded in the tooth grooves of the positioning gears to achieve rotational positioning and speed limiting.

[0016] Furthermore, the shower assembly has a spray cap on the outer wall of the corresponding nozzle.

[0017] The aforementioned rotatable and foldable shower head device achieves the rotation and folding functions of the shower head through the combination of support rod, shower head assembly and nozzle assembly, and utilizes a two-axis vertical hinge structure. This solves the problems of non-adjustable shower head direction, large space occupation and unstable structure in the existing technology, making the shower head more flexible and convenient to use, and able to adapt to the installation needs of multi-angle spraying and multi-space scenarios, greatly improving the comfort and safety of bathing. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of the shower head device provided by this utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the shower head device provided by this utility model;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the shower assembly in its second state according to the present invention;

[0021] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view of the rotating component provided by this utility model;

[0022] Figure 5 This is a structural schematic diagram of the first bushing provided by this utility model;

[0023] Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional view of the first and second rotation axes provided according to the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0024] The technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0025] like Figures 1 to 3 As shown, this application provides a rotatable and foldable shower head device, which includes: a support rod 1, a shower head assembly 2, and a nozzle assembly 4.

[0026] Specifically, the support rod 1 is a hollow structure, arranged vertically, and has a connecting part 11 at the top. The support rod 1 has a water inlet pipe inside.

[0027] The shower assembly 2 is a strip-shaped structure and is rotatably connected to the connecting part 11 of the support rod 1 via a hinge assembly 3. The shower assembly 2 includes a first state that is unfolded relative to the support rod 1 and a second state that is retracted relative to the support rod 1.

[0028] The hinge assembly 3 includes a first rotating shaft 31, a second rotating shaft 32, a first bushing 33, and a second bushing 34. The first rotating shaft 31 is fixedly connected to or integrally formed to one end of the second rotating shaft 32, and the axes of the first rotating shaft 31 and the second rotating shaft 32 are perpendicular to each other. The first bushing 33 is installed at one end of the shower assembly 2, and the first rotating shaft 31 is inserted into the first bushing 33 and fixed by a rotating member 31a, allowing the shower head to rotate around the axis of the first rotating shaft 31. The second bushing 34 is fixed to the connecting part 11, and the second rotating shaft 32 is inserted into the second bushing 34, forming a rotatable fit. The nozzle assembly 4 is installed on the side of the shower assembly 2, including a plurality of nozzles 41 arranged along the length of the shower assembly 2 and a connecting member 42, with the nozzles 41 connected to the shower assembly 2 through the connecting member 42.

[0029] With the above-described design, the shower unit has a compact structure and is easy to fold and store. When not in use, the shower assembly 2 can be rotated and fitted to the support rod 1, saving space and improving bathroom tidiness. Meanwhile, the dual-axis rotating hinge assembly 3 enhances adjustment flexibility, catering to users of different heights and angles, thus improving user comfort. Furthermore, multiple nozzles 41 evenly distributed along the length of the shower assembly 2 increase the water flow coverage area, achieving a more comprehensive showering effect. In addition, the components are securely connected, easy to install and maintain, and possess excellent structural reliability and ease of operation.

[0030] like Figure 2 As shown, the shower head assembly 2, on the side away from the nozzle 41, has a notch 21 at the end near the hinge assembly 3. This notch, together with the support rod 1 and the hinge assembly 3, forms a single-sided snap-fit ​​structure. This structure restricts the shower head assembly 2 to only being able to rotate downwards around the hinge assembly 3 when the nozzle assembly 4 is facing upwards, thus preventing the shower head assembly 2 from accidentally falling downwards during use and avoiding injury to the user or damage to other facilities. Simultaneously, this structure allows users to visually and tactilely identify the rotation position, making it more intuitive and convenient to use. Furthermore, the entire limiting mechanism has a simple structure, is easy to manufacture and assemble, and is conducive to mass production.

[0031] like Figure 3 As shown, when the shower head assembly 2 is in the second state, it is basically parallel to the support rod 1, with the side of the shower head assembly 2 equipped with the nozzle assembly 4 facing away from the support rod 1. This effectively reduces space occupation and improves the overall cleanliness and utilization efficiency of the space. Furthermore, this state makes it easier for users to wash areas such as the waist and back, enhancing the user experience.

[0032] Furthermore, the showerheads 41 are arranged at equal intervals along the length of the shower assembly 2 to improve the uniformity of water flow and avoid the situation where water flow is concentrated in a certain part, resulting in local strong spray and local weak water; thus providing users with a more comfortable overall shower experience.

[0033] like Figure 2 As shown, the shower head assembly also includes a water control component 5, which includes a water inlet 51, a valve core assembly 52, a rotating rod 53, a handwheel 54, and a valve core rubber 55. The water inlet 51 is installed at one end of the shower head assembly 2 for connection to an external water supply system. One end of the valve core assembly 52 is connected to the water inlet 51, and the other end is connected to the handwheel 54 via the rotating rod 53. The handwheel 54 is installed on the side of the shower head assembly 2 where the spray head 41 is located, and the rotating rod 53 passes through the shower head assembly 2 and connects to the valve core assembly 52. ​​The valve core rubber 55 is positioned between the valve core assembly 52 and the rotating rod 53. With this configuration, the user can quickly adjust the water flow during shower use. Furthermore, by using physical rotation adjustment instead of electronic control, system complexity is reduced, and service life and stability are improved.

[0034] like Figures 2 to 6 As shown, the support rod 1 is provided with a water inlet pipe 12, one end of which is inserted into the connecting part 11. The second rotating shaft 32 is provided with a first water inlet channel 321 along its axial direction, and the first water inlet channel 321 is connected to the water inlet pipe 12. The first bushing 33 is provided with a second water inlet channel 331 along the axial direction of the first rotating shaft 31 on the side near the shower assembly 2, and the second water inlet channel 331 is connected to the water inlet interface 51. The rotating part 31a is inserted into one end of the first rotating shaft 31 and is provided with a water inlet 311, which is connected to the first water inlet channel 321. The rotating part 31a is inserted into one end of the first bushing 33 and is provided with a water outlet 312, which is connected to the second water inlet channel 331. The rotating part 31a is provided with a third water inlet channel 313 that connects the water inlet 311 and the water outlet 312. With the above settings, the shower head can ensure a stable water supply during rotation adjustment, reducing the interference of rotation adjustment on the water inlet channel and improving the stability of use.

[0035] Furthermore, the rotating component 31a is fitted with several first damping components to limit the relative rotation between the first rotating shaft 31 and the first bushing 33, and the second rotating shaft 32 is fitted with second damping components to limit the relative rotation between the second rotating shaft 32 and the second bushing 34. The first and second damping components can fix the shower assembly 12 at a fixed angle or achieve a slow descent of the shower assembly 12, preventing the shower assembly 12 from suddenly falling and improving the flexibility and reliability of the shower device. First damping components are provided on both sides of the water inlet 311; first damping components are provided on both sides of the water outlet 312, thereby preventing water leakage from the hinge assembly 3.

[0036] Furthermore, the shower assembly also includes a water distribution structure 6, which is positioned between the valve core assembly 52 and the nozzle assembly 4 to guide water flow to multiple nozzles 41. The water distribution structure 6 significantly improves the uniformity and control flexibility of the water output from the nozzles 41, resulting in more consistent water flow across different nozzles 41 and thus providing a better overall showering experience. Simultaneously, this structure subdivides the water flow path, helping to reduce water pressure surges, protect the nozzles 41, and extend their service life.

[0037] Furthermore, the connector 42 has a ball-head structure, and a sealing ring 43 is provided between the connector 42 and the water distribution structure 6. The ball-head structure can achieve a stable connection at multiple angles, improving the flexibility of use. The sealing ring 43 effectively prevents water leakage at the connection point, improves the overall sealing performance of the device, and thus enhances the stability and safety of the shower device.

[0038] like Figure 2 As shown, the first bushing 33 has positioning gears 35 on both sides of the first rotating shaft 31. The two ends of the first rotating shaft 31 have spring beads 36 corresponding to the positioning gears 35. The spring beads 36 can be embedded in the grooves of the positioning gears 35 to achieve rotational positioning and speed limiting. By introducing a buffer structure, the stability and safety of the shower assembly 2's rotation can be significantly improved. The positioning of the spring beads 36 prevents loosening or accidental swinging during operation, improving the overall reliability. Simultaneously, it effectively suppresses vibration and noise during rotation, improving the user experience. Furthermore, the entire structure has fewer components, requires moderate machining precision, and is easy to mass-produce, assemble, and maintain.

[0039] like Figure 2 As shown, the shower assembly 2 has a spray cap 7 on the outer wall of the corresponding nozzle 41. The spray cap 7 can effectively enhance the stability and durability of the nozzle 41 structure and avoid problems such as leakage or detachment caused by vibration or pressure during long-term use.

[0040] The above description of embodiments of the present invention, through which those skilled in the art are able to implement or use the present invention, will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art. The general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not to be limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and novelty disclosed herein.

Claims

1. A rotatable and foldable shower head device, characterized in that, include: Support rod (1), the support rod (1) is a hollow structure, is set in the vertical direction, and has a connecting part (11) at the top. Shower assembly (2), the shower assembly (2) is a strip structure, and is rotatably connected to the connecting part (11) of the support rod (1) by a hinge assembly (3). The shower assembly (2) includes a first state that is unfolded relative to the support rod (1) and a second state that is retracted relative to the support rod (1). The hinge assembly (3) includes a first rotating shaft (31), a second rotating shaft (32), a first bushing (33), and a second bushing (34); the first rotating shaft (31) is fixedly connected to or integrally formed to one end of the second rotating shaft (32), and the axes of the first rotating shaft (31) and the second rotating shaft (32) are perpendicular to each other; the first bushing (33) is installed at one end of the shower assembly (2), the first rotating shaft (31) is inserted into the first bushing (33) and fixed by a rotating member (31a), and the shower head can rotate around the axis of the first rotating shaft (31); the second bushing (34) is fixed on the connecting part (11), and the second rotating shaft (32) is inserted into the second bushing (34) and forms a rotational fit; The nozzle assembly (4) is installed on the side of the shower assembly (2) and includes a plurality of nozzles (41) arranged along the length of the shower assembly (2) and a connector (42). The nozzles (41) are connected to the shower assembly (2) through the connector (42).

2. The rotatable and foldable shower head device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The shower assembly (2) has a notch (21) on the side away from the nozzle (41) at one end near the hinge assembly (3), which, together with the support rod (1) and the hinge assembly (3), forms a single-sided buckle structure to restrict the shower assembly (2) from being able to flip downward around the hinge assembly (3) only when the nozzle assembly (4) is facing upward.

3. The rotatable and foldable shower head device according to claim 1, characterized in that, When the shower assembly (2) is in the second state, the shower assembly (2) is basically parallel to the support rod (1), and the side of the shower assembly (2) with the nozzle assembly (4) is facing away from the support rod (1).

4. The rotatable and foldable shower head device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The shower head device also includes a water circuit control component (5), which includes a water inlet (51), a valve core assembly (52), a rotating rod (53), a handwheel (54), and a valve core rubber (55). The water inlet (51) is installed at one end of the shower head assembly (2) and is used to connect to an external water supply system. One end of the valve core assembly (52) is connected to the water inlet (51), and the other end is connected to the handwheel (54) through the rotating rod (53). The handwheel (54) is installed on the side of the shower head assembly (2) where the nozzle (41) is located. The rotating rod (53) passes through the shower head assembly (2) and connects to the valve core assembly (52). The valve core rubber (55) is located between the valve core assembly (52) and the rotating rod (53).

5. The rotatable and foldable shower head device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The support rod (1) is provided with a water inlet pipe (12), one end of which is inserted into the connecting part (11). The second rotating shaft (32) is provided with a first water inlet channel (321) along its axial direction, which communicates with the water inlet pipe (12). The first bushing (33) near the shower assembly (2) is provided with a second water inlet channel (331) along the axial direction of the first rotating shaft (31), which communicates with the water inlet interface (5). 1) Connecting; the rotating part (31a) is inserted into one end of the first rotating shaft (31) and has an inlet (311), which is connected to the first water inlet channel (321); the rotating part (31a) is inserted into one end of the first bushing (33) and has an outlet (312), which is connected to the second water inlet channel (331); the rotating part (31a) is provided with a third water inlet channel (313) that connects the inlet (311) and the outlet (312).

6. The rotatable and foldable shower head device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The rotating component (31a) is fitted with a plurality of first damping components for limiting the relative rotation of the first rotating shaft (31) and the first bushing (33). The second rotating shaft (32) is fitted with a second damping component for limiting the relative rotation of the second rotating shaft (32) and the second bushing (34). The first damping components are provided on both sides of the inlet (311). The first damping components are provided on both sides of the outlet (312).

7. The rotatable and foldable shower head device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The shower head device also includes a water distribution structure (6), which is disposed between the valve core assembly (52) and the nozzle assembly (4) to guide water flow to the nozzle (41).

8. The rotatable and foldable shower head device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The connector (42) has a ball head structure, and a sealing ring (43) is provided between the connector (42) and the water distribution structure (6).

9. The rotatable and foldable shower head device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first bushing (33) has a positioning toothed disc (35) on both sides of the first rotating shaft (31); the two ends of the first rotating shaft (31) are provided with spring beads (36) corresponding to the positioning toothed disc (35), and the spring beads (36) can be embedded in the tooth groove of the positioning toothed disc (35) to achieve rotation positioning and speed limiting.

10. The rotatable and foldable shower head device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The shower assembly (2) has a spray cap (7) on the outer side wall corresponding to the nozzle (41).

Images