A multi-specification laundry adapted detergent classification dispensing mechanism

Abstract

This utility model provides a detergent sorting and dispensing mechanism suitable for multiple sizes of clothing, relating to the technical field of washing-related equipment. It includes a housing, with a multi-size sorting and dispensing mechanism at the bottom of the housing, a stirring mechanism inside the housing, and an adjustable mounting mechanism on the outer surface of the housing. In this utility model, the adjustable mounting mechanism facilitates flexible adjustment of the overall device's orientation, effectively avoiding spatial interference caused by differences in the structure of the washing machine's support frame and installation space. This solves the problem that existing devices, where the mounting box and mounting sleeve are fixed, make it difficult to adjust the orientation of the storage box. Furthermore, differences in the support frame structure and installation space of different washing machines can easily lead to spatial interference with other components, increasing installation difficulty and reducing applicability.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of washing-related equipment technology, and in particular to a detergent sorting and dispensing mechanism that is compatible with multiple sizes of clothing. Background Technology

[0002] Detergent is a specially formulated product used for cleaning during the washing process. Its main components usually consist of surfactants, builders, and additives. Washing machines generally dispense detergent through a detergent dispensing device. Since different sizes of clothing, such as underwear, coats, and sweaters, are washed, different types of detergents are often required for different sizes of clothing, and the amount dispensed also varies.

[0003] For example, a detergent automatic dispensing device is described in Chinese announcement number CN213142531U. Its description states, "This utility model belongs to the field of washing-related equipment, and in particular, an automatic detergent dispensing device. Addressing the problem that existing detergent dispensing devices cannot prevent detergent from solidifying due to long-term standing, making it difficult to ensure smooth detergent dispensing and resulting in poor practicality, the following solution is proposed: It includes a mounting box, with multiple horizontal mounting sleeves fixed to the outer wall of the mounting box. Mounting bolts are movably fitted onto the inner ring of the mounting sleeves. A rectangular movable hole is opened on the side wall of the mounting box, and a horizontal fixing plate is movably fitted inside the movable hole. A vertical rectangular fixing column is fixed to the inner bottom wall of the mounting box, with the fixing plate loosely fitted to the outer ring of the fixing column. A first spring connects the inner bottom wall of the mounting box to the bottom wall of the fixing plate."

[0004] The existing device has a novel structure that prevents detergent from solidifying due to prolonged standing, ensuring smooth detergent dispensing. It is highly practical, easy to install, and convenient. However, the installation box and sleeve are fixed, making it difficult to adjust the orientation of the storage box. Due to differences in the support structure and installation space of different washing machines, it is easy to cause spatial interference with other components, increasing the difficulty of installation and reducing the scope of application. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this utility model is to solve the problems in the existing technology where the installation components such as the installation box and installation sleeve are fixed, making it inconvenient to adjust the orientation of the storage box. Due to the differences in the support structure and installation space of different washing machines, spatial interference with other components is easy to occur, which increases the installation difficulty and reduces the scope of application. Therefore, a detergent sorting and dispensing mechanism that is compatible with multiple sizes of clothing is proposed.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: a detergent sorting and dispensing mechanism for multi-size clothing, comprising a box body, a multi-size sorting and dispensing mechanism being provided at the bottom of the box body, a stirring mechanism being provided inside the box body, and an adjustable mounting mechanism being provided on the outer surface of the box body;

[0007] The adjustable mounting mechanism includes an arc-shaped block fixedly connected to the outer surface of the housing. An arc-shaped groove is formed on the outer surface of the arc-shaped block, and a slider is slidably connected in the arc-shaped groove. A connecting frame is fixedly connected to the top of the slider, and a mounting plate is fixedly connected to one side of the slider. A threaded hole is formed on one side of the mounting plate. Multiple limiting holes are formed on the top of the arc-shaped block. A fixed cylinder is connected through the top of the connecting frame. A sliding plate is slidably connected in the fixed cylinder. A limiting rod is fixedly connected to the bottom end of the sliding plate. The bottom end of the limiting rod movably passes through the fixed cylinder and extends into one of the limiting holes. A pull rod is fixedly connected to the top of the sliding plate. The top end of the pull rod movably passes through the fixed cylinder and is fixedly connected to a pull plate. A return spring is sleeved on the outer surface of the pull rod.

[0008] Preferably, the multi-specification sorting and dispensing mechanism includes two partitions fixedly connected to the bottom of the box, a fixed shell fixedly connected to the top of the box, the box being divided into three independent storage chambers by the two partitions and the fixed shell, thereby storing different types of detergents, and a first support frame fixedly connected to the bottom of the box, with an electric rotary valve installed on the inner side of the first support frame.

[0009] Preferably, the inlet end of the electric rotary valve is fixedly connected to three extraction pipes, the end of the three extraction pipes away from the electric rotary valve is connected to the inside of the housing, the bottom of the first support frame is fixedly connected to a second support frame, the inner side of the second support frame is fixedly installed with a metering pump, and the outlet end of the electric rotary valve is fixedly connected to a delivery pipe.

[0010] Preferably, the bottom end of the delivery pipe passes through the first support frame and is fixedly connected to the input end of the metering pump, the output end of the metering pump is fixedly connected to the dispensing pipe, and the bottom end of the dispensing pipe passes through the second support frame.

[0011] Preferably, the stirring mechanism includes a first stirring rod rotatably mounted inside the fixed shell, and two second stirring rods rotatably mounted inside the fixed shell. Multiple stirring plates are fixedly connected to the outer surfaces of the first stirring rod and the two second stirring rods.

[0012] Preferably, two driven gears are fixedly connected to the outer surfaces of the two second stirring rods, and a driving gear is fixedly connected to the outer surface of the first stirring rod. The driving gear meshes with the two driven gears. A servo motor is fixedly installed on the top of the housing. The output end of the servo motor movably passes through the housing and the fixed shell and is fixedly connected to the top of the first stirring rod.

[0013] Preferably, a PLC controller is installed on the outer surface of the housing, and the servo motor, metering pump and electric rotary valve are all electrically connected to the PLC controller. Three feed pipes are fixedly connected to the top of the housing, and the bottom ends of the three feed pipes penetrate the fixed shell. Three sealing caps are threadedly connected to the outer surface of the three feed pipes.

[0014] Compared with the prior art, the advantages and positive effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0015] 1. In this utility model, by setting an adjustable installation mechanism, the arc-shaped block and the slider can slide together to realize the arc-shaped movement of the installation plate, thereby flexibly adjusting the installation orientation of the overall device. This effectively avoids spatial interference caused by differences in the structure of the washing machine bracket and the installation space. The cooperation between the limiting rod and different limiting holes can firmly fix the adjusted position. During operation, simply pull the pull plate to release the limit. After releasing, the reset spring can automatically drive the limiting rod to reset and fix it. This is convenient and efficient. It solves the problem that in the existing device, the installation box and installation sleeve are fixed, which makes it inconvenient to adjust the orientation of the storage box. Due to the differences in the bracket structure and installation space of different washing machines, spatial interference with other components is easy to occur, which increases the installation difficulty and reduces the scope of application.

[0016] 2. In this utility model, by setting up a multi-specification classification and dispensing mechanism, different types of detergents can be stored in three independent storage chambers to meet the washing needs of different sizes of clothing such as underwear, coats, and sweaters. The electric rotary valve can accurately control the connection of different extraction tubes, and the detergent dispensing amount can be precisely adjusted in conjunction with the metering pump to achieve classified and quantitative dispensing. At the same time, the servo motor in the stirring mechanism drives the first stirring rod and the second stirring rod to rotate, and the stirring plate stirs the detergent to avoid solidification caused by long-term standing, ensuring smooth dispensing and further improving the practicality of the device. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 A three-dimensional view of the main structure of a detergent sorting and dispensing mechanism suitable for multiple sizes of clothing is provided for this utility model.

[0018] Figure 2 A three-dimensional view of the bottom structure of a detergent sorting and dispensing mechanism adaptable to multiple sizes of clothing is provided for this utility model.

[0019] Figure 3 A three-dimensional view of the rear structure of a detergent sorting and dispensing mechanism suitable for multiple sizes of clothing is provided for this utility model.

[0020] Figure 4 This utility model provides a three-dimensional cross-sectional view of the housing of a detergent sorting and dispensing mechanism suitable for multiple sizes of clothing.

[0021] Figure 5 This utility model presents a three-dimensional cross-sectional view of the fixed cylinder in a detergent sorting and dispensing mechanism suitable for multiple sizes of clothing.

[0022] Legend: 1. Box body; 2. Multi-specification sorting and dispensing mechanism; 201. Partition plate; 202. Fixed shell; 203. First support frame; 204. Electric rotary valve; 205. Extraction pipe; 206. Conveying pipe; 207. Second support frame; 208. Metering pump; 209. Dispensing pipe; 3. Stirring mechanism; 301. First stirring rod; 302. Second stirring rod; 303. Stirring plate; 304. Drive gear; 305. Driven gear; 306. Servo motor; 4. Adjustable mounting mechanism; 401. Arc block; 402. Arc groove; 403. Connecting frame; 404. Slider; 405. Mounting plate; 406. Limiting hole; 407. Fixed cylinder; 408. Slide plate; 409. Limiting rod; 410. Pull rod; 411. Return spring; 412. Pull plate; 5. PLC controller; 6. Feed pipe; 7. Sealing cover. Detailed Implementation

[0023] To better understand the above-mentioned objectives, features, and advantages of this utility model, the present utility model will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in these embodiments can be combined with each other.

[0024] Many specific details are set forth in the following description in order to provide a full understanding of the present invention. However, the present invention may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed in the following specification.

[0025] Example 1, such as Figures 1-5 As shown, this utility model provides a detergent sorting and dispensing mechanism suitable for multiple sizes of clothing, including a box body 1, a multi-size sorting and dispensing mechanism 2 is provided at the bottom of the box body 1, a stirring mechanism 3 is provided inside the box body 1, and an adjustable mounting mechanism 4 is provided on the outer surface of the box body 1.

[0026] The adjustable mounting mechanism 4 includes an arc-shaped block 401 fixedly connected to the outer surface of the housing 1. An arc-shaped groove 402 is provided on the outer surface of the arc-shaped block 401. A slider 404 is slidably connected in the arc-shaped groove 402. A connecting frame 403 is fixedly connected to the top of the slider 404. A mounting plate 405 is fixedly connected to one side of the slider 404. A threaded hole is provided on one side of the mounting plate 405. A plurality of limiting holes 406 are provided on the top of the arc-shaped block 401. A fixed cylinder 407 is connected through the top of the connecting frame 403. A sliding plate 408 is slidably connected in the fixed cylinder 407. A limiting rod 409 is fixedly connected to the bottom end of the sliding plate 408. The bottom end of the limiting rod 409 moves through the fixed cylinder 407 and extends into one of the limiting holes 406. A pull rod 410 is fixedly connected to the top end of the sliding plate 408. The top end of the pull rod 410 moves through the fixed cylinder 407 and is fixedly connected to a pull plate 412. A return spring 411 is sleeved on the outer surface of the pull rod 410.

[0027] The overall effect of Embodiment 1 is that, through the adjustable mounting mechanism 4, the arc groove 402 of the arc block 401 provides an arc sliding trajectory for the slider 404, allowing the connecting frame 403 to drive the mounting plate 405 to move along the arc path. This allows for flexible adjustment of the orientation of the cabinet 1 according to the support structure and installation space of the washing machine, achieving flexible adjustment of the device's installation angle. When a fixed position is required, the return spring 411 pushes the sliding plate 408 downward, causing the limiting rod 409 to engage with the corresponding limiting hole 406, achieving stable positioning. Adjustment only requires pulling the pull plate 412. The limit switch can be released by moving the slide plate 408 upward through the pull rod 410, making the operation convenient and efficient. The threaded holes on the mounting plate 405 facilitate fixing to the external structure, greatly reducing the installation difficulty and improving the adaptability and applicability of the device to different washing equipment. It solves the problem that the existing devices have fixed mounting components such as mounting boxes and mounting sleeves, which makes it inconvenient to adjust the orientation of the storage box. Due to the differences in the bracket structure and installation space of different washing machines, it is easy to cause spatial interference with other components, which increases the installation difficulty and reduces the applicability.

[0028] Example 2, as Figures 1-5As shown, the multi-specification sorting and dispensing mechanism 2 includes two partitions 201 fixedly connected to the bottom of the box 1. A fixed shell 202 is fixedly connected to the top of the box 1. The box 1 is divided into three independent storage chambers by the two partitions 201 and the fixed shell 202, thereby storing different types of detergents. A first support frame 203 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the box 1. An electric rotary valve 204 is installed on the inner side of the first support frame 203. The liquid inlet end of the electric rotary valve 204 is fixedly connected to three extraction pipes 205. 5. The end furthest from the electric rotary valve 204 is connected to the interior of the housing 1. A second support frame 207 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the first support frame 203. A metering pump 208 is fixedly installed on the inner side of the second support frame 207. A delivery pipe 206 is fixedly connected to the outlet end of the electric rotary valve 204. The bottom end of the delivery pipe 206 passes through the first support frame 203 and is fixedly connected to the input end of the metering pump 208. A dispensing pipe 209 is fixedly connected to the output end of the metering pump 208. The bottom end of the dispensing pipe 209 passes through the second support frame 203. 7. The stirring mechanism 3 includes a first stirring rod 301 rotatably mounted inside the fixed housing 202, and two second stirring rods 302 rotatably mounted inside the fixed housing 202. Multiple stirring plates 303 are fixedly connected to the outer surfaces of the first stirring rod 301 and the two second stirring rods 302. Two driven gears 305 are fixedly connected to the outer surfaces of the two second stirring rods 302, and a driving gear 304 is fixedly connected to the outer surface of the first stirring rod 301. The driving gear 304 meshes with the two driven gears 305. (The last sentence appears to be incomplete and possibly refers to a housing.) A servo motor 306 is fixedly installed on the top of the housing 1. The output end of the servo motor 306 passes through the housing 1 and the fixed shell 202 and is fixedly connected to the top of the first stirring rod 301. A PLC controller 5 is installed on the outer surface of the housing 1. The servo motor 306, the metering pump 208 and the electric rotary valve 204 are all electrically connected to the PLC controller 5. Three feed pipes 6 are fixedly connected to the top of the housing 1. The bottom ends of the three feed pipes 6 pass through the fixed shell 202. Three sealing caps 7 are threadedly connected to the outer surface of the three feed pipes 6.

[0029] The overall effect of Embodiment 2 is that, through the synergistic action of the multi-specification classification and dispensing mechanism 2 and the stirring mechanism 3, precise classification and dispensing of various types of detergents and anti-coagulation functions are achieved, making it easy to adapt to the washing needs of various sizes of clothing. In terms of classification and dispensing, the two partitions 201 and the fixed shell 202 divide the box 1 into three independent storage chambers, which can store detergents for underwear, coats, sweaters, etc. respectively. The electric rotary valve 204 precisely selects the required detergent type by switching the connection state of the three extraction pipes 205, and sends it to the metering pump 208 through the delivery pipe 206. The metering pump 208 precisely controls the dispensing amount, and finally completes the dispensing through the dispensing pipe 209, meeting the differentiated needs of different clothes for detergent type and amount. The electric rotary valve 204 belongs to the multi-port selection standard series rotary valve, which drives the valve core to rotate through the internal motor. In this device, the rotation of its valve core can precisely control the three extraction pipes. The connection status of the corresponding pipes in pipe 205 enables the switching of detergent types. When a certain detergent is needed, the valve core of the electric rotary valve 204 rotates to a specific angle, connecting the corresponding extraction pipe 205 with the delivery pipe 206, and extracting the detergent from the storage chamber. In terms of preventing solidification, the servo motor 306 drives the first stirring rod 301 to rotate. Through the meshing transmission of the driving gear 304 and the driven gear 305, the two second stirring rods 302 rotate synchronously, so that multiple stirring plates 303 can fully stir the detergent in the three storage chambers, avoiding solidification caused by long-term stagnation and ensuring smooth dispensing. In addition, the PLC controller 5 realizes intelligent linkage control of the servo motor 306, the metering pump 208 and the electric rotary valve 204, improving the degree of automation. The three feed pipes 6, together with the sealing cap 7, facilitate the addition of detergent and prevent impurities from entering and detergent from evaporating, further enhancing the practicality of the device.

[0030] Working principle: In use, pull the pull plate 412, causing the pull rod 410 to move the slide plate 408 upward, and the limiting rod 409 disengages from the limiting hole 406. At this time, the arc block 401 can be pushed, causing the arc block 401 to slide along the slider 404 in the arc groove 402. Adjust to a suitable installation orientation, release the pull plate 412, and the return spring 411 pushes the slide plate 408 downward, causing the limiting rod 409 to engage with the corresponding limiting hole 406 to complete the fixation. Then, fix the device to the washing machine through the threaded hole on the mounting plate 405. The bottom end of the dispensing pipe 209 is fixed to the detergent dispensing port of the washing machine via a flange. Then, the sealing caps 7 on the three feed pipes 6 are unscrewed, and the corresponding type of detergent (such as detergent for underwear, outerwear, and wool sweaters) is added to the three independent storage chambers of the housing 1, which are separated by two partitions 201 and a fixed shell 202. After adding the detergent, the sealing caps 7 are tightened. The PLC controller 5 on the outer surface of the housing 1 is used to set the appropriate detergent dispensing amount according to the specifications of the clothes to be washed. The operating parameters of the stirring mechanism 3 are set, and then the corresponding washing program is selected on the PLC controller 5. The device starts automatically. The electric rotary valve 204 controls the connection of the corresponding pipelines in the three extraction pipes 205 through the rotation of the internal valve core, realizing the switching of detergent type. The metering pump 208 accurately controls the flow rate and volume of detergent delivered through the delivery pipe 206 according to the parameters set by the PLC controller 5. Finally, the corresponding amount of detergent is put into the washing machine through the dispensing pipe 209 to realize classified and quantitative dispensing. At the same time, the servo motor 306 starts, and its output end drives the first stirring rod 301 to rotate. The driving gear 304 on the first stirring rod 301 meshes with the driven gears 305 on the two second stirring rods 302, thereby driving the two second stirring rods 302 to rotate synchronously. The multiple stirring plates 303 on the first stirring rod 301 and the second stirring rod 302 rotate with the rod to stir the detergent in the three storage chambers, prevent the detergent from solidifying due to long-term standing, ensure the fluidity of the detergent, and ensure that the dispensing process is carried out smoothly.

[0031] The wiring diagrams of the electric rotary valve 204, metering pump 208, servo motor 306 and PLC controller 5 in this invention are common knowledge in the field, and their working principles are known technologies. The appropriate model is selected according to actual use. Therefore, the control methods and wiring layouts of the electric rotary valve 204, metering pump 208, servo motor 306 and PLC controller 5 will not be explained in detail.

[0032] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model in any other way. Any person skilled in the art may make changes or modifications to the above-disclosed technical content to create equivalent embodiments for application in other fields. However, any simple modifications, equivalent changes, and modifications made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the present utility model without departing from the technical solution of the present utility model shall still fall within the protection scope of the technical solution of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A detergent sorting and dispensing mechanism adaptable to multiple sizes of clothing, comprising a housing (1), characterized in that: The bottom of the box (1) is provided with a multi-specification classification and dispensing mechanism (2), the box (1) is provided with a stirring mechanism (3), and the outer surface of the box (1) is provided with an adjustable installation mechanism (4). The adjustable mounting mechanism (4) includes an arc-shaped block (401) fixedly connected to the outer surface of the housing (1). An arc-shaped groove (402) is provided on the outer surface of the arc-shaped block (401). A slider (404) is slidably connected in the arc-shaped groove (402). A connecting frame (403) is fixedly connected to the top of the slider (404). A mounting plate (405) is fixedly connected to one side of the slider (404). A threaded hole is provided on one side of the mounting plate (405). A plurality of limiting holes (406) are provided on the top of the arc-shaped block (401). The top of the connecting frame (403) is... A fixed cylinder (407) is connected through the part, and a sliding plate (408) is slidably connected inside the fixed cylinder (407). A limit rod (409) is fixedly connected to the bottom end of the sliding plate (408). The bottom end of the limit rod (409) movably passes through the fixed cylinder (407) and extends into one of the limit holes (406). A pull rod (410) is fixedly connected to the top end of the sliding plate (408). The top end of the pull rod (410) movably passes through the fixed cylinder (407) and is fixedly connected to a pull plate (412). A return spring (411) is sleeved on the outer surface of the pull rod (410).

2. The detergent sorting and dispensing mechanism for multi-size clothing as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The multi-specification sorting and dispensing mechanism (2) includes two partitions (201) fixedly connected to the bottom of the box (1). A fixed shell (202) is fixedly connected to the top of the box (1). The box (1) is divided into three independent storage chambers by the two partitions (201) and the fixed shell (202) to store different types of detergents. A first support frame (203) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the box (1). An electric rotary valve (204) is installed on the inner side of the first support frame (203).

3. The detergent sorting and dispensing mechanism for multi-size clothing as described in claim 2, characterized in that: The inlet end of the electric rotary valve (204) is fixedly connected to three extraction pipes (205). The ends of the three extraction pipes (205) away from the electric rotary valve (204) are connected to the interior of the housing (1). The bottom of the first support frame (203) is fixedly connected to a second support frame (207). A metering pump (208) is fixedly installed on the inner side of the second support frame (207). The outlet end of the electric rotary valve (204) is fixedly connected to a delivery pipe (206).

4. The detergent sorting and dispensing mechanism for multi-size clothing as described in claim 3, characterized in that: The bottom end of the delivery pipe (206) passes through the first support frame (203) and is fixedly connected to the input end of the metering pump (208). The output end of the metering pump (208) is fixedly connected to the dispensing pipe (209), and the bottom end of the dispensing pipe (209) passes through the second support frame (207).

5. The detergent sorting and dispensing mechanism for multi-size clothing as described in claim 2, characterized in that: The stirring mechanism (3) includes a first stirring rod (301) rotatably mounted inside the fixed shell (202), and two second stirring rods (302) rotatably mounted inside the fixed shell (202). Multiple stirring plates (303) are fixedly connected to the outer surfaces of the first stirring rod (301) and the two second stirring rods (302).

6. The detergent sorting and dispensing mechanism for multi-size clothing as described in claim 5, characterized in that: Two driven gears (305) are fixedly connected to the outer surfaces of the two second stirring rods (302), and a driving gear (304) is fixedly connected to the outer surface of the first stirring rod (301). The driving gear (304) meshes with the two driven gears (305). A servo motor (306) is fixedly installed on the top of the housing (1). The output end of the servo motor (306) moves through the housing (1) and the fixed shell (202) and is fixedly connected to the top of the first stirring rod (301).

7. The detergent sorting and dispensing mechanism for multi-size clothing as described in claim 6, characterized in that: A PLC controller (5) is installed on the outer surface of the housing (1). The servo motor (306), metering pump (208) and electric rotary valve (204) are all electrically connected to the PLC controller (5). Three feed pipes (6) are fixedly connected to the top of the housing (1). The bottom ends of the three feed pipes (6) penetrate the fixed shell (202). Three sealing caps (7) are threaded onto the outer surface of the three feed pipes (6).

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