A faucet with flow regulating function

Abstract

The utility model discloses a faucet with flow regulation function, including the inside configuration has the water channel's body, the water channel is configured with the valve core that can be used for adjusting flow, still include: the knob, the control end of this knob is configured in the body front side, the rear end of this knob can be inserted to the inside of body, the knob is configured as can move relative to the body to make the rear end of knob drive valve core and rotate, realize the regulation of flow in water channel. The knob drives the valve core rotation through linear left and right movement, realizes the stepless regulation of flow in water channel. The utility model discloses can realize the stable operation through the cooperation of rack and pinion, promotes user experience, and simple structure, stable performance, effective water resource saving and reduce manufacturing cost.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to a faucet with flow regulation function, which can be applied to the structure of a faucet for placing items. Background Technology

[0002] As people's demands for quality of life continue to rise, shower faucets, as an indispensable bathroom fixture in daily life, are receiving increasing attention from consumers for their functionality and ease of use. Currently, piano-key controlled shower faucets are popular due to their simple operation and stylish design. However, these shower faucets have certain limitations in practical use, particularly in terms of flow rate adjustment.

[0003] Due to the structural limitations of the piano-key controlled valve core, users find it difficult to flexibly adjust the water flow according to their individual needs, typically only able to select the maximum flow rate for showering. This design not only results in a poor user experience for children or users who prefer a gentler water flow, but also wastes water resources, contradicting the current societal demand for energy conservation and environmental protection. Furthermore, existing flow adjustment methods are mostly rotary or other complex operation methods, which do not conform to ergonomic operating habits, increasing the difficulty of use for users. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In order to solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a faucet with flow regulation function.

[0005] This utility model is achieved through the following technical solution:

[0006] A faucet with flow regulation function includes a body with an internal water channel, on which a valve core for regulating flow is disposed, and further includes a knob, the control end of which is disposed on the front side of the body, the rear end of which can be inserted into the interior of the body, the knob being configured to move relative to the body so that the rear end of the knob drives the valve core to rotate, thereby regulating the flow in the water channel.

[0007] In this embodiment of the utility model, a driving component is also included. The driving component is disposed within the body and is configured to be connected to the rear end of the dial so that the driving component and the dial can move relative to the body. The driving component is configured to cooperate with the valve core so that the movement of the driving component relative to the body can regulate the flow rate of the valve core.

[0008] In this embodiment of the invention, a gear is also included. The gear is disposed on the outer periphery of the adjusting shaft of the valve core. The gear can rotate synchronously with the adjusting shaft to adjust the flow rate of the valve core. A rack is disposed on the driving component. The rack can mesh with the gear. The movement of the rack relative to the main body can drive the rack and the adjusting shaft to rotate, thereby adjusting the flow rate of the valve core.

[0009] In this embodiment of the utility model, a fixed base is also included. The fixed base is configured to be fixed to the lower part of the front side inside the main body. The driving member is configured on the fixed base and can move linearly along the fixed base. The fixed base is provided with a guide groove, and a guide block is provided below the fixed base. The guide block can be configured in the guide groove so that the driving member can move along the fixed base.

[0010] In this embodiment of the present invention, the driving component includes a moving block located below, a rack disposed above the moving block, a guide block disposed below the moving block, a linkage plate extending upwardly disposed on the front side of the moving block, a socket disposed on the linkage plate, and the rear end of the toggle switch being configured to be inserted into the socket, so that the toggle switch and the driving component can move linearly synchronously.

[0011] In this embodiment of the utility model, the fixed base is provided with limit strips on both the front and rear sides, the movable block is also provided with an elastic sheet, the elastic sheet is provided with a first snap-fit ​​block, the first snap-fit ​​block can snap-fit ​​with the limit strip to connect the driving component with the fixed base, the first snap-fit ​​block is provided with a first guide surface facing the limit strip, and the limit strip is provided with a second guide surface that can cooperate with the first guide surface.

[0012] In this embodiment of the utility model, the dial is configured to move laterally in a straight line relative to the body. A transverse sliding groove is provided on the front side wall of the body, and a movable seat is provided in the sliding groove. The movable seat can slide laterally in the sliding groove. A through hole is provided on the movable seat, and the rear end of the dial can pass through the through hole and extend into the body.

[0013] In this embodiment of the utility model, baffles are provided on both the upper and lower sides of the rear end of the slide groove, the rear end face of the movable seat can abut against the baffles, and connecting pieces that can cooperate with the baffles are provided on the upper and lower sides of the movable seat. A second locking block that can engage with the baffles is provided on the connecting piece, so as to restrict the movable seat within the slide groove.

[0014] In this embodiment of the utility model, a panel is also included. The panel is configured to be fixed to the front side of the body. The panel is provided with a horizontal strip hole. The rear end of the knob can pass through the strip hole and be adapted to the through hole. The knob is configured to be able to move horizontally in a straight line within the strip hole.

[0015] In this embodiment of the present invention, the size of the strip hole is smaller than the size of the slide groove, so that the panel sidewall located around the strip hole can be located in front of the movable seat, thereby confining the movable seat within the slide groove.

[0016] This utility model discloses a faucet with flow regulation function, which has the following advantages: Users can directly adjust the flow rate by moving the knob left and right linearly, making the operation more ergonomic. The rack and pinion mechanism ensures smooth flow regulation with a good feel, avoiding the adjustment difficulties caused by insufficient mechanical performance in traditional structures. Furthermore, the overall structure is simple, with clear and tight connections between components, reducing unnecessary complexity and lowering manufacturing costs. It also achieves stepless flow regulation, allowing users to precisely adjust the water flow according to their individual needs, making it particularly suitable for different age groups or usage scenarios. The knob drives the drive component, which in turn engages with the rack and pinion. The gear synchronously drives the valve core's adjustment shaft, changing the opening of the water outlet and ultimately achieving continuous flow regulation. Throughout this process, the coordinated action of all components ensures the accuracy and stability of the adjustment.

[0017] Specifically, the design of the fixed base, in conjunction with the guide groove and guide block, ensures that the driving component maintains a straight trajectory during movement, preventing deviation or jamming. The snap-fit ​​structure between the elastic sheet and the limiting strip not only simplifies the assembly process but also enhances the reliability of the connection between components, preventing the driving component from detaching from the fixed base during movement. The cooperation between the slide groove and the stop bar further improves the operational stability of the toggle switch, making the movement of the moving base within the slide groove smoother and less prone to detachment.

[0018] In summary, this utility model, through the specific technical solutions described above, solves the problem in the prior art where flow regulation is not easily possible due to the performance limitations of the piano control valve core. At the same time, it improves the user experience, optimizes product performance, and saves water resources. Attached Figure Description

[0019] To more clearly illustrate the technical solution of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0020] Figure 1 This is the front view of the faucet in this utility model.

[0021] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the faucet in this utility model.

[0022] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of the faucet in this utility model.

[0023] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 Enlarged diagram of point A in the middle.

[0024] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the driving component in this utility model.

[0025] Figure 6 This is a diagram showing the fit between the main body and the movable base in this utility model. Detailed Implementation

[0026] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this utility model, not all of them. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this utility model without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model. Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of this utility model provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed utility model, but merely represents selected embodiments of this utility model. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this utility model without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0027] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", 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 are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or component 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.

[0028] 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 this utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0029] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; 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; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0030] 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.

[0031] Referring to the accompanying drawings, in this embodiment, the faucet body 35 has a water channel 36 inside, on which a valve core 31 for adjusting the flow rate is installed. The valve core housing and the rotating shaft seat together constitute the basic structure of the valve core. The flow adjustment rotating shaft 33 passes through the rotating shaft seat and rotates synchronously with it, similar to existing flow valve cores, and will not be described in detail again. The knob 34 is located on the front side of the body, and its rear end extends into the body through the strip hole 30 and the through hole 25 in sequence, and is connected to the socket. The knob 34 moves laterally in a straight line through the strip hole 30 on the panel 29. When the user pushes the knob 34, the rear end of the knob 34 directly acts on the drive component 10, thereby driving the flow adjustment rotating shaft 33 to rotate, ultimately changing the size of the water outlet to achieve flow rate adjustment.

[0032] The S1 drive component 10 is fixed to the fixed base 12, which allows for lateral movement, primarily restricting its movement beyond lateral movement. The fixed base 12 is secured to the lower front side of the main body by bolts or other fasteners. The drive component 10 includes a moving block 15 and a linkage plate 16. The linkage plate 16 extends upward from the moving block 15 and is connected to it. A socket 17 is provided on the upper part of the linkage plate 16 to accommodate the rear end of the toggle switch 34, and its lower end is connected to the moving block. When the toggle switch 34 moves left and right along the strip hole 30, its rear end inserts into the socket 17, causing the toggle switch 34 and the drive component 10 to move linearly synchronously. This design ensures that the operation of the toggle switch 34 is smooth and free from jamming.

[0033] A rack 11 is positioned above the S2 moving block 10, and the rack 11 meshes with a gear 32. The gear 32 is mounted on the outer circumference of the flow regulating shaft 33, and the two rotate synchronously via a keyway or interference fit. The movement of the rack 11 drives the gear 32 to rotate, and the rotation of the gear 32 further drives the flow regulating shaft 33 to rotate. The rotation of the flow regulating shaft 33 changes the opening of the internal channel of the valve core, thereby achieving stepless regulation of the flow rate in the waterway. This rack and pinion transmission method has stable performance and can maintain good regulation accuracy during long-term use.

[0034] The S3 fixed base 12 is provided with a guide groove 13, and a guide block 14 is disposed in the guide groove 13. The guide block 14 is fixed below the moving block 15. The cooperation between the guide groove 13 and the guide block 14 ensures that the driving component 10 always maintains a linear movement trajectory, avoiding deviation or jamming. In addition, limit strips 18 are provided on the front and rear sides of the fixed base 12, and elastic plates 19 are installed on the moving block 15. A first locking block 20 is provided on the elastic plate 19. The first locking block 20 cooperates with the second guide surface 22 on the limit strip 18 through the first guide surface 21, so that the driving component 10 is tightly connected to the fixed base 12, enabling the driving component and the fixed base to move laterally relative to each other, while limiting the connection in other directions. This limiting and guiding structure not only simplifies the assembly process, but also enhances the reliability of the connection between components, preventing the driving component 10 from detaching from the fixed base 12 during movement.

[0035] The S4 slide groove 23 is located on the front side wall of the main body. A movable seat 24 is disposed within the slide groove 23, allowing it to slide laterally within the slide groove 23. The rear end face of the movable seat 24 abuts against a stop bar 26, which is located on the upper and lower sides of the slide groove 23, with a gap between the two stop bars for the rear end of the toggle switch to pass through. Connecting pieces 27 are provided on the upper and lower sides of the movable seat 24, and a second locking block 28 is disposed on the connecting piece 27. The second locking block 28 engages with the stop bar 26, confining the movable seat 24 within the slide groove 23. Preferably, a guide slope can also be provided on the second locking block to facilitate the locking of the movable block into the slide groove. This design ensures that the movable seat 24 moves more smoothly within the slide groove 23 and is less likely to come out, while also improving the operational stability of the toggle switch 34.

[0036] Panel 29 is fixed to the front of the main body by screws or other fasteners. A slotted hole 30 is provided on panel 29, the size of which is smaller than the size of the slide groove 23, meaning the edge of the slide groove is located on the outer periphery of the slotted hole. The rear end of the toggle switch 34 passes through the slotted hole 30 and mates with the through hole 25, allowing the toggle switch 34 to move laterally linearly within the slotted hole 30. The panel sidewalls surrounding the slotted hole 30 are located on the front of the movable base 24, serving to restrict the movement of the movable base 24. The design of panel 29 is not only aesthetically pleasing but also effectively protects the internal structure from external environmental influences.

[0037] In practical applications, users adjust the flow rate by toggling knob 34. When knob 34 moves left or right along the slot 30, its rear end inserts into the socket 17, causing the drive component 10 to move linearly along the fixed base 12. The movement of the drive component 10 causes the rack 11 to mesh with the gear 32, which in turn drives the flow regulating shaft 33 to rotate. The rotation of the flow regulating shaft 33 changes the opening of the internal channel of the valve core, thus achieving stepless adjustment of the flow rate within the water channel. The entire adjustment process is smooth and provides a good feel, allowing users to precisely adjust the water flow rate according to their individual needs, making it particularly suitable for different age groups or usage scenarios.

[0038] The flow adjustment structure in this embodiment uses a linear left-right movement to adjust the flow, which is more in line with the user's operating habits. The cooperation between the rack and pinion ensures a smooth flow adjustment process with a good feel, avoiding the adjustment problems caused by insufficient mechanical performance in traditional structures. In addition, the overall structural design is simple, and the connection relationship between each component is clear and tightly coordinated, reducing unnecessary complexity and lowering manufacturing costs. Through the above specific implementation, the present invention solves the problem in the prior art where flow adjustment cannot be easily performed due to the performance limitations of the piano control valve core, while improving the user experience, optimizing product performance, and saving water resources.

[0039] The foregoing description illustrates and describes preferred embodiments of the present invention. As previously stated, it should be understood that the present invention is not limited to the forms disclosed herein and should not be construed as excluding other embodiments. It can be used in various other combinations, modifications, and environments, and can be altered within the scope of the inventive concept described herein through the foregoing teachings or related technical or knowledge. Any modifications and variations made by those skilled in the art that do not depart from the spirit and scope of the present invention should be within the protection scope of the appended claims.

Claims

1. A faucet with flow regulation function, comprising a body having an internal water channel, wherein a valve core for regulating flow is disposed on the water channel, characterized in that, Also includes: A toggle switch, the control end of which is located on the front side of the main body, and the rear end of which can be inserted into the interior of the main body, is configured to move relative to the main body so that the rear end of the toggle switch drives the valve core to rotate, thereby regulating the flow rate in the waterway.

2. A faucet with flow regulation function according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a drive component disposed within the body. The drive component is configured to connect to the rear end of a toggle switch so that the drive component and the toggle switch can move relative to the body. The drive component is configured to work in conjunction with a valve core so that the movement of the drive component relative to the body can regulate the flow rate of the valve core.

3. A faucet with flow regulation function according to claim 2, characterized in that, It also includes a gear, which is configured on the outer periphery of the valve core's adjusting shaft. The gear can rotate synchronously with the adjusting shaft to adjust the valve core's flow rate. The driving component is equipped with a rack, which can mesh with the gear. The movement of the rack relative to the main body can drive the rack and the adjusting shaft to rotate, thereby adjusting the valve core's flow rate.

4. A faucet with flow regulation function according to any one of claims 2-3, characterized in that, It also includes a fixed base, which is configured to be fixed to the lower front side inside the body. The driving member is disposed on the fixed base and can move linearly along the fixed base. The fixed base is provided with a guide groove, and a guide block is provided below the fixed base. The guide block can be disposed in the guide groove so that the driving member can move along the fixed base.

5. A faucet with flow regulation function according to claim 4, characterized in that, The driving component includes a moving block located below, a rack disposed above the moving block, a guide block disposed below the moving block, a linkage plate extending upwards on the front side of the moving block, a socket disposed on the linkage plate, and the rear end of the toggle switch being configured to be inserted into the socket so that the toggle switch and the driving component can move linearly synchronously.

6. A faucet with flow regulation function according to claim 5, characterized in that, The fixed base is equipped with limit strips on both the front and rear sides, and the movable block is also equipped with an elastic sheet. The elastic sheet is equipped with a first snap-fit ​​block, which can snap-fit ​​with the limit strip to connect the driving component to the fixed base. The first snap-fit ​​block is equipped with a first guide surface facing the limit strip, and the limit strip is equipped with a second guide surface that can cooperate with the first guide surface.

7. A faucet with flow regulation function according to any one of claims 1-3 and 5-6, characterized in that, The dial is configured to move laterally in a straight line relative to the main body. A lateral groove is provided on the front side wall of the main body, and a movable seat is provided in the groove. The movable seat can slide laterally in the groove. A through hole is provided on the movable seat, and the rear end of the dial can pass through the through hole and extend into the main body.

8. A faucet with flow regulation function according to claim 7, characterized in that, Both the upper and lower sides of the rear end of the slide are equipped with baffles. The rear end face of the movable seat can abut against the baffles. The upper and lower sides of the movable seat are equipped with connecting pieces that can cooperate with the baffles. The connecting pieces are equipped with second locking blocks that can engage with the baffles to restrict the movable seat within the slide.

9. A faucet with flow regulation function according to claim 8, characterized in that, It also includes a panel configured to be fixed to the front of the body, the panel having a horizontal strip hole, the rear end of the knob being able to pass through the strip hole and fit into a through hole, the knob being configured to be able to move horizontally in a straight line within the strip hole.

10. A faucet with flow regulation function according to claim 9, characterized in that, The size of the slot is smaller than the size of the groove, so that the panel sidewall located around the slot can be located in front of the movable seat, thereby confining the movable seat within the groove.

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