Bathroom filter cartridge capable of removing residual chlorine in water, removing hardness and having long service life

Through diversified connection methods and layered filter media design, the problems of difficult disassembly and clogging of bathroom filter cartridges have been solved, achieving convenient installation and extended service life, while effectively removing residual chlorine and hardness from the water.

CN224325261UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-05TIANJIN YUANZHI ENVIROMENTAL PROTECTION TECH CO LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
TIANJIN YUANZHI ENVIROMENTAL PROTECTION TECH CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-06-20
Publication Date
2026-06-05

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing bathroom filter cartridges suffer from difficulties in disassembly and use, as well as clogging caused by filter media buildup, which affects their lifespan.

Method used

It adopts a variety of connection methods, including threaded installation and hanging installation, and different filter media are placed in layers in the inner cavity of the filter element, using filter media such as activated carbon, phosphate and ion exchange resin to avoid filter media accumulation.

Benefits of technology

It enables convenient installation and removal of the filter element, extends the service life of the filter element, and effectively removes residual chlorine and hardness from the water.

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Abstract

The water purification filter core with the characteristics of removing residual chlorine in water, removing hardness and long service life, characterized in that it comprises a body, an inner core body, an end cover and an inner core upper cover, a body filter screen is arranged at the water outlet end of the body, an end cover is arranged on the top of the body, an end cover filter screen is arranged at the water inlet end of the end cover, the inner core body is arranged in the body, the inner core upper cover is arranged on the top of the inner core body, a connecting assembly is arranged at the water inlet end of the end cover and is connected with the household pipeline through the connecting assembly, the first layer of filter material is arranged on the inner core upper cover, the second layer of filter material is arranged on the inner core body, and the third layer of filter material is arranged above the body filter screen. The utility model adopts diversified connection modes to meet more use requirements, and the connection modes include threaded installation or suspension installation, which is convenient for the installation and disassembly of the filter core. In addition, different filter materials are placed in the inner cavities of the filter cores which are divided into multiple layers, so that the problem of filter core blockage caused by filter material accumulation is reduced.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of filtration technology for bathroom fixtures and faucets, and in particular to a bathroom filter cartridge that can remove residual chlorine and hardness from water and has a long service life. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, most bathroom system filter cartridges are used to connect to hot water pipes. When replacing them, it is necessary to disassemble the threaded connectors on both sides of the filter bottle that connect to the pipes, which makes disassembly difficult. In addition, the filter media used in bathroom filter cartridges is composed of a mixture of various granular materials. When used for a long time, the filter media in the cartridge may become clogged due to water flow impact, resulting in a decrease in the filter cartridge flow rate.

[0003] In view of the above problem, a bathroom filter cartridge that can remove residual chlorine and hardness from water and has a long service life is designed. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides a bathroom filter cartridge that can remove residual chlorine and hardness from water and has a long service life. It adopts a variety of connection methods to meet more usage needs, and the connection methods include threaded installation or hanging installation, which facilitates the installation and disassembly of the filter cartridge. Furthermore, by placing different filter media in the inner cavity of the multi-layered filter cartridge, the different filter media are placed in layers, thereby reducing the problem of filter cartridge clogging caused by filter media accumulation.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution of this utility model is as follows:

[0006] This bathroom filter cartridge, capable of removing residual chlorine and hardness from water and boasting a long lifespan, is characterized by comprising a main body, an inner core body, end caps, and an inner core top cover. A main body filter screen is located at the water outlet at the bottom of the main body. An end cap is mounted on the top of the main body, and an end cap filter screen is located at the water inlet of the end cap. The inner core body is installed within the main body, and the inner core top cover is mounted on top of the inner core body. A connecting component is located at the water inlet of the end cap, allowing connection to a household water pipe. A first layer of filter media is mounted above the inner core top cover, a second layer of filter media is mounted above the inner core body, and a third layer of filter media is mounted above the main body filter screen.

[0007] The bottom of the inner core body and the top cover of the inner core are both provided with filter holes.

[0008] The connecting component is a connecting end cap, which is fixed to the water inlet end of the top of the end cap by bolts. The connecting end cap is provided with a connecting pipe, and the inner wall of the upper end of the connecting pipe is provided with an internal thread for connecting the pipe, so as to realize the threaded connection with the household pipe.

[0009] The connecting component is a hanging ring, with both ends of the hanging ring fixed to the water inlet end of the top of the end cap, and the hanging ring is installed on the faucet in a suspended manner.

[0010] The first, second, and third filter media are all different, and each of them is one of activated carbon, phosphate, and ion exchange resin.

[0011] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0012] The bathroom filter element designed in this utility model has two types of connecting components on its end cap. When the connecting component is a connecting end cap, the connecting tube on the connecting end cap has an internal thread, which can be threaded to the pipeline to replace the shower faucet and realize a shower with a filtering function. When the connecting component is a hanging ring, it can be suspended and installed on the faucet to realize the effect of a faucet filter element. The installation method is diversified to meet more usage needs.

[0013] The filter cartridge designed in this utility model has its internal cavity divided into three layers by an inner core cover with filter holes and an inner core body. Each layer holds different filter media, thereby avoiding filter media accumulation caused by water flow impact, reducing the problem of filter cartridge blockage caused by filter media accumulation, and thus extending the service life of the filter cartridge. Moreover, these three different filter media are activated carbon, phosphate, and ion exchange resin. Activated carbon can effectively remove residual chlorine in water, while phosphate and ion exchange resin can effectively remove water hardness. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Figure 1 This is a first overall schematic diagram of the present invention, which is a bathroom filter cartridge that can remove residual chlorine and hardness from water and has a long service life.

[0015] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the first cross-sectional structure of the bathroom filter element of this utility model, which can remove residual chlorine and hardness from water and has a long service life.

[0016] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the first exploded structure of the bathroom filter element of this utility model, which can remove residual chlorine and hardness from water and has a long service life.

[0017] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the second exploded structure of the bathroom filter cartridge of this utility model, which can remove residual chlorine and hardness from water and has a long service life.

[0018] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the second exploded structure of the bathroom filter cartridge of this utility model, which can remove residual chlorine and hardness from water and has a long service life.

[0019] Figure 6This is a schematic diagram of the second exploded structure of the bathroom filter cartridge of this utility model, which can remove residual chlorine and hardness from water and has a long service life.

[0020] As shown in the figure: 1. Body, 11. Body filter, 2. End cap, 21. End cap filter, 3. Inner core body, 4. Inner core top cover, 51. Connecting end cap, 52. Connecting pipe, 53. Bolt, 61. Lifting ring. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The technical solution of this utility model will now be clearly and completely described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of this utility model. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0022] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," 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, 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0023] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" 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 of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances. Furthermore, the technical features involved in the different embodiments of this utility model described below can be combined with each other as long as they do not conflict with each other.

[0024] Example 1

[0025] like Figure 1-3 As shown, the first type of filter element designed in this utility model is threadedly installed with the main pipe to replace the shower faucet and realize the shower function.

[0026] The filter element's specific structure includes a body 1, an inner core body 3, an end cap 2, an inner core top cover 4, and a connecting end cap 51. A body filter screen 11 is provided at the water outlet end of the bottom of the body 1, and an end cap 2 is installed on the top of the body 1. An end cap filter screen 21 is provided at the water inlet end of the end cap 2. The inner core body 3 is installed inside the body 1, and an inner core top cover 4 is installed on the top of the inner core body 3. Filter holes are provided at the bottom of the inner core body 3 and on the inner core top cover 4. A connecting end cap 51 is installed at the water inlet end of the end cap 2. The connecting end cap 51 is fixed to the water inlet end of the top of the end cap 2 by bolts 53. A connecting pipe 52 is provided on the connecting end cap 51. The inner wall of the upper end of the connecting pipe 52 is provided with internal threads for connecting the pipeline, thereby realizing the threaded installation of the filter element with the household pipeline.

[0027] Furthermore, a first layer of filter material is installed in the cavity above the inner core cover 4 in the filter element; a second layer of filter material is installed in the cavity formed by the upper part of the inner core body 2 and the inner core cover 4; and a third layer of filter material is installed in the cavity formed between the upper part of the body filter screen 11 and the bottom of the inner core body 2. These three layers of filter material are different filter materials. The three filter materials can be activated carbon, phosphate, and ion exchange resin, and can be placed in the filter element in any arrangement. For example, the first layer of filter material is activated carbon, the second layer of filter material is phosphate, and the third layer of filter material is ion exchange resin, or the first layer of filter material is phosphate, the second layer of filter material is activated carbon, and the third layer of filter material is ion exchange resin, and so on, in multiple arrangements.

[0028] By layering three different filter media, the accumulation of filter media caused by water flow impact is avoided, reducing the problem of filter cartridge clogging caused by filter media accumulation, thereby extending the service life of the filter cartridge. Moreover, these three different filter media are activated carbon, phosphate, and ion exchange resin. Activated carbon can effectively remove residual chlorine in water, while phosphate and ion exchange resin can effectively remove water hardness.

[0029] Example 2

[0030] like Figure 4-6 As shown, the second type of filter element designed in this utility model is installed on the faucet by means of suspension, so as to achieve the effect of a faucet filter element.

[0031] The filter element has a specific structure including a body 1, an inner core body 3, an end cap 2, an inner core top cover 4, and a hanging ring. A body filter screen 11 is provided at the water outlet end of the bottom of the body 1. An end cap 2 is installed on the top of the body 1. An end cap filter screen 21 is provided at the water inlet end of the end cap 2. The inner core body 3 is installed inside the body 1. An inner core top cover 4 is installed on the top of the inner core body 3. Filter holes are provided at the bottom of the inner core body 3 and on the inner core top cover 4. A hanging ring 61 is installed at the water inlet end of the end cap 2. The two ends of the hanging ring 61 are fixed to the water inlet end of the top of the end cap 2. The hanging ring 61 is suspended and installed on the faucet.

[0032] Furthermore, a first layer of filter material is installed in the cavity above the inner core cover 4 in the filter element; a second layer of filter material is installed in the cavity formed by the upper part of the inner core body 2 and the inner core cover 4; and a third layer of filter material is installed in the cavity formed between the upper part of the body filter screen 11 and the bottom of the inner core body 2. The three layers of filter material are different filter materials. The three filter materials can be activated carbon, phosphate, and ion exchange resin, and can be placed in the filter element in any arrangement. For example, the first layer of filter material is activated carbon, the second layer of filter material is phosphate, and the third layer of filter material is ion exchange resin, or the first layer of filter material is phosphate, the second layer of filter material is activated carbon, and the third layer of filter material is ion exchange resin, and so on, in multiple arrangements.

[0033] By layering three different filter media, the accumulation of filter media caused by water flow impact is avoided, reducing the problem of filter cartridge clogging caused by filter media accumulation, thereby extending the service life of the filter cartridge. Moreover, these three different filter media are activated carbon, phosphate, and ion exchange resin. Activated carbon can effectively remove residual chlorine in water, while phosphate and ion exchange resin can effectively remove water hardness.

[0034] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. The various components mentioned in this utility model are common technologies in the existing field. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely illustrative of the principles of this utility model. Various changes and modifications can be made to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the claims. The scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A bathroom filter cartridge that can remove residual chlorine and hardness from water and has a long service life, characterized in that... The device includes a main body, an inner core body, end caps, and an inner core top cover. A main body filter screen is provided at the water outlet end of the main body. An end cap is installed on the top of the main body. An end cap filter screen is provided at the water inlet end of the end cap. The inner core body is installed inside the main body. An inner core top cover is installed on the top of the inner core body. A connecting component is provided at the water inlet end of the end cap and is connected to a household pipeline through the connecting component. A first layer of filter media is installed on the top of the inner core top cover. A second layer of filter media is installed on the top of the inner core body. A third layer of filter media is installed on the top of the main body filter screen.

2. The bathroom filter cartridge with a long service life that can remove residual chlorine and hardness from water according to claim 1, characterized in that... The bottom of the inner core body and the top cover of the inner core are both provided with filter holes.

3. The bathroom filter cartridge with a long service life that can remove residual chlorine and hardness from water according to claim 2, characterized in that... The connecting component is a connecting end cap, which is fixed to the water inlet end of the top of the end cap by bolts. A connecting pipe is provided on the connecting end cap, and the inner wall of the upper end of the connecting pipe is provided with an internal thread for connecting the pipeline.

4. The bathroom filter cartridge with a long service life that can remove residual chlorine and hardness from water according to claim 2, characterized in that... The connecting component is a hanging ring, with both ends of the hanging ring fixed to the water inlet end of the top of the end cap, and the hanging ring is installed on the faucet in a suspended manner.

5. The bathroom filter cartridge with a long service life that can remove residual chlorine and hardness from water according to any one of claims 3-4, characterized in that... The first, second, and third filter media are all different, and each of them is one of activated carbon, phosphate, and ion exchange resin.