A pre-filter cartridge device

By designing a pre-filter device suitable for both water purifiers and faucets, the problem of not being able to connect both water purifiers and faucets simultaneously in existing technologies has been solved, achieving a pre-filter device that meets the kitchen's water purification needs while also being of a suitable size.

CN224292718UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-29QINGDAO HAIER STRAUSS WATER EQUIP CO LTD +1

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
QINGDAO HAIER STRAUSS WATER EQUIP CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-05-16
Publication Date
2026-05-29

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of front filter element devices, cavity is formed in filter bottle interior, water inlet, first water outlet and second water outlet are provided on filter bottle and communicate with cavity, filter element is arranged in cavity, first connector is connected with first water outlet, first connector is configured to be connected with water purifier by first pipeline, second connector is detachably connected with water inlet and second water outlet, second connector is configured to be connected with faucet by second pipeline.The front filter element device is moderate in size, can be connected with water purifier and faucet simultaneously, meet kitchen water purification demand, and can be placed in kitchen cabinet.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of water purification equipment technology, and in particular to a pre-filter device. Background Technology

[0002] Existing pre-treatment filter cartridges come in the following two forms:

[0003] The first type is installed inside the water purifier and connected to the under-sink water purifier. It is small in size, with small inlet and outlet diameters and a small flow rate of purified water at the terminal, which cannot meet the water purification needs of the kitchen.

[0004] The second type is used as a pre-treatment filter for central water purifiers, which is used for whole-house water purification. It is large in size and has large inlet and outlet diameters. Most of them use 6-point interfaces, so they cannot be directly connected to kitchen faucets and cannot be placed in under-sink cabinets.

[0005] The information disclosed in this background section is only intended to enhance the understanding of the background technology of this application, and therefore may include prior art that is not known to those skilled in the art. Summary of the Invention

[0006] In response to the problems pointed out in the background art, this utility model proposes a pre-filter device with a moderate size that can be connected to a water purifier and a faucet at the same time to meet the water purification needs of the kitchen, and can be placed in the cabinet under the sink.

[0007] To achieve the above-mentioned objectives, the present invention employs the following technical solution:

[0008] In some embodiments of this application, a pre-filter device is provided, comprising:

[0009] A filter bottle has an internal cavity, and the filter bottle is provided with an inlet, a first outlet and a second outlet communicating with the cavity;

[0010] The filter element is disposed within the cavity;

[0011] A first connector is connected to the first water outlet, and the first connector is configured to connect to the water purifier via a first pipeline.

[0012] The second connector is detachably connected to the water inlet and the second water outlet, and is configured to connect to the faucet via a second pipe.

[0013] In some embodiments of this application, the second connector includes a first section of the second connector and a second section of the second connector. The first section of the second connector is inserted into the water inlet and the second water outlet, and the second section of the second connector is connected to the second pipeline.

[0014] In some embodiments of this application, the second connector is provided with threads on its two sections, and the two sections of the second connector are threadedly connected to the second pipeline.

[0015] In some embodiments of this application, a first groove is provided on a section of the second connector, and a sealing ring is provided in the first groove. The sealing ring is in contact with the inner wall of the water inlet and the second water outlet.

[0016] In some embodiments of this application, the pre-filter device further includes a limiting member, and the walls of the inlet and the second outlet are provided with openings. The limiting member is configured to be inserted into the opening to abut against a section of the second connector to limit the displacement of the second connector.

[0017] In some embodiments of this application, the limiting member includes two opposing first extension ribs, a first opening is provided on the wall of the water inlet and the second water outlet, a second groove is provided on a section of the second connector, and the first extension rib is inserted into the first opening to engage with the second groove.

[0018] In some embodiments of this application, the first extension rib is provided with an arc-shaped segment, which engages with the second groove.

[0019] In some embodiments of this application, the limiting member further includes a second extension rib, and a second opening is provided on the wall of the water inlet and the second water outlet, and the second extension rib is engaged with the second opening.

[0020] In some embodiments of this application, the diameter of the first outlet is smaller than the diameter of the inlet and the second outlet.

[0021] In some embodiments of this application, the first connector is a three-way connector.

[0022] In some embodiments of this application, the second connector is a four-point connector.

[0023] Compared with the prior art, the advantages and positive effects of this utility model are:

[0024] The pre-filter device of this application is provided with an inlet, a first outlet, and a second outlet. A first connector is provided on the first outlet, which connects to the water purifier via a first pipe. Second connectors are provided on the inlet and the second outlet. The second connector at the inlet connects to the water faucet via a second pipe, and the second connector at the second outlet connects to the water outlet faucet via a second pipe. Thus, the pre-filter device can be connected to both the water purifier and the faucet simultaneously, meeting the needs of both kitchen and household water purification. Furthermore, the arrangement of the inlets and connectors on the pre-filter device has minimal impact on its size, making it appropriately sized for placement in an under-sink cabinet, facilitating installation and use in the home.

[0025] Other features and advantages of this utility model will become clearer after reading the detailed embodiments of this utility model in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0026] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0027] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of a pre-filter device according to some embodiments;

[0028] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of a pre-filter device according to some embodiments;

[0029] Figure 3 for Figure 2 Enlarged view of section A in the middle;

[0030] Figure 4 An exploded view of a pre-filter device according to some embodiments;

[0031] Figure 5 This is a structural diagram of a second connector according to some embodiments;

[0032] Figure 6 This is a structural diagram of a limiting member according to some embodiments.

[0033] Figure label:

[0034] 100. Filter bottle; 110. Bottle body; 120. Base;

[0035] 200. Filter element;

[0036] 310. Inlet; 320. First outlet; 330. Second outlet;

[0037] 410. First opening; 420. Second opening;

[0038] 500, First Connector;

[0039] 600, Second connector; 610, First section of second connector; 611, First groove; 612, Second groove; 620, Second section of second connector; 621, Thread; 630, Sealing ring;

[0040] 700, Limiting component; 710, First extension rib; 711, Arc-shaped segment; 720, Second extension rib; 721, Buckle; 730, Lateral part. Detailed Implementation

[0041] 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. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0042] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "center", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., 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 application 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 application.

[0043] 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. Therefore, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this application, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0044] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0045] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0046] The following disclosure provides many different embodiments or examples for implementing various structures of this invention. To simplify the disclosure, specific examples of components and arrangements are described below. These are merely examples and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention. Furthermore, reference numerals and / or letters may be repeated in different examples; such repetition is for simplification and clarity and does not in itself indicate a relationship between the various embodiments and / or arrangements discussed. In addition, examples of various specific processes and materials are provided in this invention, but those skilled in the art will recognize the application of other processes and / or the use of other materials.

[0047] In some embodiments of this application, a pre-filter device is provided. Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of a pre-filter device. Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of a pre-filter device. Figure 4 An exploded view of a pre-filter device.

[0048] The pre-filter device includes a filter bottle 100. The filter bottle 100 has a cylindrical structure, forming the outer contour of the pre-filter device. A cavity is formed inside the filter bottle 100. The filter bottle 100 is provided with an inlet 310, a first outlet 320, and a second outlet 330 that communicate with the cavity.

[0049] The pre-filter device also includes a filter element 200. The filter element 200 is disposed within the cavity and is configured to filter the flowing water.

[0050] The pre-filter device also includes a first connector 500. The first connector 500 is connected to the first outlet 320 and is configured to connect to the water purifier via a first pipeline.

[0051] The pre-filter device also includes a second connector 600. The second connector 600 is detachably connected to the inlet 310 and the second outlet 330, and is configured to connect to a faucet via a second pipe.

[0052] The water that needs to be filtered flows into the filter element 200 through the inlet 310 for filtration. Depending on the user's needs, the filtered water can be supplied to the water purifier through the first outlet 320, or it can be supplied to the faucet through the second outlet 330 to provide domestic water for the user.

[0053] The first connector 500 and the second connector 600 are of different sizes so that they can be connected to water pipes of different diameters, including the first pipe and the second pipe mentioned above.

[0054] The second connector 600 is detachably connected to the inlet 310 and the second outlet 330. By replacing the second connector 600 with different sizes, it can be adapted to second pipelines of different sizes, thereby improving the applicability of the product.

[0055] The pre-filter device is equipped with an inlet 310, a first outlet 320, and a second outlet 330. A first connector 500 is installed on the first outlet 320, which connects to the water purifier via a first pipe. Second connectors 600 are installed on the inlet 310 and the second outlet 330. The second connector 600 at the inlet 310 connects to the water faucet via a second pipe, and the second connector 600 at the second outlet 330 connects to the water outlet faucet via a second pipe. Thus, the pre-filter device can be connected to both the water purifier and the faucet simultaneously, meeting the needs of both kitchen and household water purification. Furthermore, the placement of the inlets and connectors on the pre-filter device has minimal impact on its size, making it appropriately sized for placement in an under-sink cabinet, facilitating installation and use in the home.

[0056] In some embodiments of this application, the first connector 500 is a three-way connector. Since existing water purifier connectors are generally three-way connectors, setting the first connector 500 to a three-way connector facilitates direct connection of the first connector 500 to the connector on the water purifier via the first pipeline. For example, the first pipeline is a PE pipe.

[0057] In some embodiments of this application, the first connector 500 is welded and fixed to the first outlet. As mentioned above, the first connector 500 is a three-part connector, which is small in size and has a reliable welding and fixing structure.

[0058] In some embodiments of this application, the second connector 600 is a 1 / 4-point connector. Since existing household faucets typically use 1 / 4-point connectors, designing the second connector 600 as a 1 / 4-point connector facilitates direct connection between the second connector 600 and the faucet via a second conduit. For example, the second conduit is a braided flexible hose.

[0059] In some embodiments of this application, the diameter of the first outlet 320 is smaller than the diameter of the inlet 310 and the second outlet 330. As mentioned above, the first outlet 320 is connected to the water purifier via the first connector 500, the second connector 600 is connected to the water inlet faucet in the user's home via the inlet 310, and the second connector 600 is connected to the water outlet faucet in the user's home via the second outlet 330. Since the water purifier has a small water demand and the inlet / outlet faucet has a large water demand, the diameter of the first outlet 320 is set to be smaller than the diameter of the inlet 310 and the second outlet 330 to meet the water flow requirements of different water paths.

[0060] In some embodiments of this application, reference is made to Figure 3 and Figure 5 The second connector 600 includes a first section 610 and a second section 620. The first section 610 is inserted into the inlet 310 and the outlet 330, while the second section 620 is located outside the inlet 310 and the outlet 330 for connection to the second pipeline. The plug-in connection method facilitates installation.

[0061] In some embodiments of this application, the second connector section 620 is provided with threads 621, and the second connector section 620 is connected to the second pipeline thread 621. The threaded connection is reliable and easy to assemble and disassemble.

[0062] In some embodiments of this application, a first groove 611 is provided on a section 610 of the second connector, and a sealing ring 630 is provided in the first groove 611. The sealing ring 630 is in contact with the inner wall of the water inlet 310 and the second water outlet 330 to achieve a seal and prevent water leakage.

[0063] The first groove 611 is provided in two or more, and the sealing effect is further improved by increasing the number of sealing rings 630.

[0064] In some embodiments of this application, the pre-filter device further includes a limiting member 700. Figure 6 This is a structural diagram of the limiting component 700. (Refer to...) Figure 1 , Figure 3 as well as Figure 4 The inlet 310 and the second outlet 330 have openings on their walls. The limiting member 700 is configured to insert into the opening to abut against the second connector section 610 to limit the displacement of the second connector 600.

[0065] During installation, first insert the second connector section 610 into the inlet 310 or the second outlet 330, then insert the limiting member 700 into the corresponding opening. The limiting member 700 abuts against the second connector section 610, which limits the second connector 600 and further improves the installation reliability of the second connector 600, preventing the second connector 600 from moving or falling off.

[0066] In some embodiments of this application, the limiting member 700 includes a transverse portion 730, and first extension ribs 710 are respectively provided at opposite ends of the transverse portion 730, with the two first extension ribs 710 arranged opposite to each other. Two first openings 410 are respectively provided on the walls of the inlet 310 and the second outlet 330. A second groove 612 is provided on a section 610 of the second connector, and the first extension ribs 710 are inserted into the corresponding first openings 410 to engage with the second grooves 612.

[0067] The second connector 600 is held and limited by the snap-fit ​​between the two oppositely arranged first extension ribs 710 and the second groove 612, and the limiting function is reliable.

[0068] In some embodiments of this application, the first extension rib 710 is provided with an arc-shaped segment 711, which engages with the second groove 612. The engagement between the arc-shaped segment 711 and the second groove 612 further improves the reliability of the first extension rib 710 in limiting the second joint 600.

[0069] In some embodiments of this application, the limiting member 700 further includes a second extension rib 720, and a second opening 420 is provided on the wall of the inlet 310 and the second outlet 330. The second extension rib 720 is engaged with the second opening 420 to fix the limiting member 700 to the inlet 310 or the second outlet 330, thereby fixing the limiting member 700 and preventing it from falling off.

[0070] For example, two second extension ribs 720 are provided on the transverse portion 730. The two second extension ribs 720 are located between two first extension ribs 710. A buckle 721 is provided on the second extension rib 720, and the buckle 721 is engaged with the second opening 420.

[0071] In some embodiments of this application, the limiting member 700 is made of high-strength engineering plastic, which is easy to process and has low cost.

[0072] In some embodiments of this application, the material of the filter element 200 includes, but is not limited to, PP cotton, carbon rod, carbon fiber, ultrafiltration membrane, etc. Different combinations of filter elements 200 can meet different water filtration needs, and this embodiment does not impose specific limitations.

[0073] In some embodiments of this application, the filter bottle 100 includes a bottle body 110 and a base 120, both of which are made of plastic and are fixedly connected by spin welding technology.

[0074] In the description of the above embodiments, specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0075] The above are merely specific embodiments of this utility model, but the protection scope of this utility model is not limited thereto. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model should be determined by the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A pre-filter device, characterized in that, Including: A filter bottle has an internal cavity, and the filter bottle is provided with an inlet, a first outlet and a second outlet communicating with the cavity; The filter element is disposed within the cavity; A first connector is connected to the first water outlet, and the first connector is configured to connect to the water purifier via a first pipeline. The second connector is detachably connected to the water inlet and the second water outlet, and is configured to connect to the faucet via a second pipe.

2. The pre-filter device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second connector includes a second connector section and a second connector section. The second connector section is inserted into the water inlet and the second water outlet, and the second connector section is connected to the second pipeline.

3. The pre-filter device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The second connector has threads on its two sections, and the two sections of the second connector are threadedly connected to the second pipeline.

4. The pre-filter device according to claim 2, characterized in that, A first groove is provided on one section of the second connector, and a sealing ring is provided in the first groove. The sealing ring is in contact with the inner wall of the water inlet and the second water outlet.

5. The pre-filter device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The pre-filter device also includes a limiting member. The walls of the inlet and the second outlet are provided with openings. The limiting member is configured to be inserted into the opening to abut against a section of the second connector to limit the displacement of the second connector.

6. The pre-filter device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The limiting member includes two opposing first extension ribs. The inlet and the second outlet have first openings on their walls. The second connector has a second groove on one section. The first extension ribs are inserted into the first openings to engage with the second groove.

7. The pre-filter device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The limiting member also includes a second extension rib, and a second opening is provided on the wall of the water inlet and the second water outlet, and the second extension rib is engaged with the second opening.

8. The pre-filter device according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that, The diameter of the first outlet is smaller than the diameter of the inlet and the second outlet.

9. The pre-filter device according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that, The first connector is a three-way connector.

10. The pre-filter device according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that, The second connector is a four-point connector.