A new water mixing device

By incorporating a flow-dispersing mechanism and a partition plate into the mixer, the problem of insufficient mixing of cold and hot water is solved, achieving uniformity and stability of water temperature and improving the quality and comfort of hot water supply.

CN224388524UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-23HEBEI PETROLEUM VOCATIONAL & TECH UNIV

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
HEBEI PETROLEUM VOCATIONAL & TECH UNIV
Filing Date
2025-06-23
Publication Date
2026-06-23

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Traditional water mixers often fail to mix cold and hot water adequately, resulting in unstable water temperatures that negatively impact user comfort and industrial production quality.

Method used

A turbulence-inducing mechanism, including vortex fan blades and partition plates, is installed in the water tank of the mixer. The opening of the water valve and the rotation of the turbulence-inducing mechanism are controlled by the actuator to promote efficient mixing of cold and hot water.

Benefits of technology

To ensure consistent and stable water temperature, improve the quality and comfort of hot water supply, reduce sudden changes in water temperature, and enhance the stability of industrial production.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to water mixing device technical field especially relates to a new water mixing device equipment, including support, the support middle part is connected with the water storage jar, the left and right sides of support bottom are installed hot water valve and cold water valve respectively, the water outlet of hot water valve is installed with first communicating pipe, the other end of first communicating pipe is linked together with water storage jar, the water outlet of cold water valve is installed with second communicating pipe, the other end of second communicating pipe is linked together with water storage jar. The utility model discloses a turbulence mechanism is equipped in water storage jar, and the turbulence mechanism has the eddy fan blade, makes cold, hot water into water storage jar and impact eddy fan blade, makes the eddy fan blade drive turbulence mechanism rotate to agitate water body and follow the rotation, promotes cold, hot water efficient mixing, ensures that cold hot water mixes evenly in water storage jar, and the water temperature keeps the consistency, improves the quality and stability of hot water supply.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of water mixing technology, and in particular to a novel water mixing device. Background Technology

[0002] In daily life, warm water is needed for activities such as bathing and handwashing. Many processes in industrial production also have specific requirements for the temperature of warm water. In hot water supply systems in homes, hotels, hospitals, and production workshops, mixing devices are usually used to meet these needs. A mixing device is used to mix cold water and hot water in a certain proportion to obtain warm water at a suitable temperature.

[0003] In traditional water mixers, cold and hot water are pumped into the mixing chamber through oppositely positioned pipes. The cold and hot water flow mixes by colliding with each other due to inertia. Because the flow rates of the cold and hot water are inconsistent, the mixed water temperature is unstable. When cold and hot water enter the mixing chamber at different speeds, the higher-speed flow dominates, making it difficult for the two flows to fully interweave and blend. This incomplete mixing process results in uneven water temperature, making it difficult to achieve a stable temperature and affecting user comfort, such as sudden temperature fluctuations during bathing. In industrial applications, it can lead to instability in production processes, affecting product quality. Furthermore, due to insufficient mixing, hot water tends to stratify within the mixing chamber, with a higher temperature layer at the top and a lower temperature layer at the bottom, causing a deviation from the expected outlet water temperature and further reducing the quality of the hot water supply. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a new type of water mixing device to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0006] A novel water mixing device includes a support frame, a water storage tank connected to the middle of the support frame, a hot water valve and a cold water valve respectively installed on the left and right sides of the bottom of the support frame, a first connecting pipe installed at the outlet of the hot water valve, the other end of the first connecting pipe being connected to the water storage tank, and a second connecting pipe installed at the outlet of the cold water valve, the other end of the second connecting pipe being connected to the water storage tank.

[0007] The water storage tank is equipped with a flow disturbance mechanism.

[0008] Preferably, a first driver and a second driver are respectively installed on the left and right sides of the top of the bracket;

[0009] The bottom of the first driver is connected to a first drive rod, and the hot water valve is provided with a first valve core. The top of the first valve core passes through the valve body of the hot water valve and is fixedly connected to the first drive rod through a first connecting plate.

[0010] The bottom of the second actuator is connected to a second drive rod. The hot water valve has a second valve core inside. The top of the second valve core passes through the valve body of the cold water valve and is fixedly connected to the second drive rod through a second connecting plate.

[0011] Preferably, a first guide rod is connected between the bottom of the first driver and the bracket, and the first connecting plate is slidably connected to the first guide rod;

[0012] A second guide rod is connected between the bottom of the second driver and the bracket, and the second connecting plate is slidably connected to the second guide rod.

[0013] Preferably, the bottom of the water storage tank is provided with a sealing ring, and the outlets of the first connecting pipe and the second connecting pipe are located inside the water storage tank after passing through the sealing ring.

[0014] Preferably, the outlets of the first connecting pipe and the second connecting pipe are positioned opposite each other at both ends of the sealing ring in the radial direction. The outer side of the sealing ring is fitted with a bearing, which is rotatably connected to the turbulence-disrupting mechanism through the bearing.

[0015] Preferably, the turbulence mechanism includes a turbulence plate, and a plurality of vortex fan blades are connected to the top surface of the turbulence plate, and the plurality of vortex fan blades are inclined.

[0016] Preferably, the plurality of vortex fan blades on the baffle plate are arranged around the outlets of the first connecting pipe and the second connecting pipe.

[0017] Preferably, a partition plate is provided above the turbulence mechanism, the side wall of the partition plate is fixedly connected to the side wall of the water storage tank, and the partition plate is provided with several through holes.

[0018] Preferably, a water outlet pipe is provided above the partition plate, and the other end of the water outlet pipe passes through the tank wall of the water storage tank and is provided with a connecting flange.

[0019] Preferably, a temperature sensor is installed at the top of the water storage tank, and the detection end of the temperature sensor passes through the water storage tank and is located inside the water storage tank, close to the partition plate.

[0020] Compared with the prior art, the present invention provides a novel mixing device with the following advantages:

[0021] This invention incorporates a turbulence-inducing mechanism within the water storage tank. This mechanism features vortex blades, which cause cold and hot water to impact the vortex blades upon entering the tank. The vortex blades then drive the turbulence-inducing mechanism to rotate, thereby agitating the water and promoting efficient mixing of the cold and hot water. This ensures uniform mixing of the cold and hot water within the tank and maintains consistent water temperature, thus improving the quality and stability of the hot water supply.

[0022] This invention features a partition plate above the turbulence mechanism. The partition plate has several through holes that allow water to pass through, which separates the vortex water flow in a state of motion and mixing from the fully mixed warm water, reducing the disturbance to the upper water flow and making it easier to use. Attached Figure Description

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the upper right three-dimensional structure of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the lower right corner of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 3 This is a front view structural diagram of the present utility model;

[0026] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the internal structure of the water storage tank of this utility model;

[0027] Figure 5 This is a top view schematic diagram showing the connection relationship between the water storage tank and the turbulence-disrupting mechanism of this utility model;

[0028] Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram showing the installation relationship between the turbulence-disrupting mechanism of this utility model and the first and second connecting pipes.

[0029] In the diagram: 1. Bracket; 2. Hot water valve; 21. First valve core; 3. First actuator; 31. First drive rod; 32. First guide rod; 33. First connecting plate; 4. First connecting pipe; 5. Second connecting pipe; 6. Cold water valve; 61. Second valve core; 7. Second actuator; 71. Second drive rod; 72. Second guide rod; 73. Second connecting plate; 8. Water storage tank; 81. Water outlet pipe; 82. Temperature sensor; 83. Divider plate; 831. Through hole; 84. Sealing ring; 85. Bearing; 9. Baffle mechanism; 91. Baffle plate; 92. Vortex fan blade. Detailed Implementation

[0030] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments.

[0031] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "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 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. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0032] Example, refer to Figures 1-6 A novel water mixing device includes a support frame 1, with a water storage tank 8 connected to the middle of the support frame 1. A hot water valve 2 and a cold water valve 6 are respectively installed on the left and right sides of the bottom of the support frame 1. The inlet of the hot water valve 2 is used to connect to a hot water pipe, and the inlet of the cold water valve 6 is used to connect to a cold water pipe. A first connecting pipe 4 is installed at the outlet of the hot water valve 2, and the other end of the first connecting pipe 4 is connected to the water storage tank 8. A second connecting pipe 5 is installed at the outlet of the cold water valve 6, and the other end of the second connecting pipe 5 is connected to the water storage tank 8. The device is used to introduce hot and cold water into the water storage tank 8 for mixing, to reach a suitable temperature, and to store the mixture in the water storage tank 8 for later use.

[0033] The water storage tank 8 is equipped with a turbulence-inducing mechanism 9, which is used to stir the cold and hot water introduced into the water storage tank 8, promote efficient mixing of cold and hot water, and keep the water temperature inside the water storage tank 8 consistent.

[0034] Furthermore, a first driver 3 and a second driver 7 are respectively installed on the left and right sides of the top of the bracket 1, which are used to control the opening of the cold water valve 6 and the hot water valve 2 respectively, thereby changing the water flow rate from the cold water valve 6 and the hot water valve 2 into the water storage tank 8, thereby regulating the water temperature.

[0035] The bottom of the first actuator 3 is connected to the first drive rod 31. The hot water valve 2 is provided with a first valve core 21. The top of the first valve core 21 passes through the valve body of the hot water valve 2 and is fixedly connected to the first drive rod 31 through the first connecting plate 33. In use, the bottom end of the first actuator 3 is connected to the movable and telescopic first drive rod 31. The first drive rod 31 is connected to the valve core of the hot water valve 2, thereby driving the first valve core 21 to move, thereby controlling the opening degree of the hot water valve 2 and changing the flow rate of hot water entering the water storage tank 8.

[0036] The bottom of the second actuator 7 is connected to a second drive rod 71. The hot water valve 2 is equipped with a second valve core 61. The top of the second valve core 61 passes through the valve body of the cold water valve 6 and is fixedly connected to the second drive rod 71 through the second connecting plate 73. In use, the bottom two ends of the second actuator 7 are connected to the movable and telescopic second drive rod 71. The second drive rod 71 is connected to the valve core of the cold water valve 6, thereby driving the second valve core 61 to move, thereby controlling the opening degree of the cold water valve 6 and changing the flow rate of cold water entering the water storage tank 8.

[0037] Furthermore, a first guide rod 32 is connected between the bottom of the first driver 3 and the bracket 1, and the first connecting plate 33 is slidably connected to the first guide rod 32. During use, it plays a guiding role to guide the first valve core 21 to move along the axial direction of the first guide rod 32, so as to avoid the first valve core 21 from getting stuck during the adjustment of the opening.

[0038] A second guide rod 72 is connected between the bottom of the second actuator 7 and the bracket 1. The second connecting plate 73 is slidably connected to the second guide rod 72. In use, it is used to guide the second valve core 61 to move along the axial direction of the second guide rod 72, so as to avoid the second valve core 61 from getting stuck during the adjustment of the opening.

[0039] Specifically, the preferred models of the first actuator 3 and the second actuator 7 are DSNU-16-50-PA. This type of actuator has a large stroke, which meets the control requirements of the water valve and can provide sufficient power for the opening and closing of the water valve.

[0040] Furthermore, a sealing ring 84 is provided at the bottom of the water storage tank 8. The outlets of the first connecting pipe 4 and the second connecting pipe 5 pass through the sealing ring 84 and are located inside the water storage tank 8. The sealing ring 84 is used to fix the outlets of the first connecting pipe 4 and the second connecting pipe 5 and to ensure the sealing of the connection between the water storage tank 8 and the first connecting pipe 4 and the second connecting pipe 5.

[0041] Furthermore, the outlets of the first connecting pipe 4 and the second connecting pipe 5 are positioned opposite each other at both ends of the sealing ring 84 in the radial direction. A bearing 85 is fitted on the outside of the sealing ring 84 and is rotatably connected to the turbulence-disrupting mechanism 9 through the bearing 85. In use, the cold and hot water flows introduced into the water storage tank 8 through the outlets of the first connecting pipe 4 and the second connecting pipe 5 impact the turbulence-disrupting mechanism 9 from two directions, causing the turbulence-disrupting mechanism 9 to continuously rotate around the sealing ring 84 through the bearing 85, stirring the cold and hot water introduced into the water storage tank 8, promoting the mixing between the cold and hot water, and thus mixing to form warm water at a suitable temperature.

[0042] Furthermore, the turbulence mechanism 9 includes a turbulence plate 91, and a plurality of vortex fan blades 92 are connected to the top surface of the turbulence plate 91. The plurality of vortex fan blades 92 are inclined. In use, the cold and hot water flows introduced into the water storage tank 8 respectively impact the inclined surfaces of the vortex fan blades 92. The vortex fan blades 92 are subjected to thrust and the turbulence plate 91 rotates. The rotation of the turbulence plate 91 drives the remaining vortex fan blades 92 to rotate.

[0043] Furthermore, several vortex fan blades 92 on the baffle plate 91 are arranged around the outlets of the first connecting pipe 4 and the second connecting pipe 5. In use, any one of the vortex fan blades 92 is impacted by the water flow, causing the baffle plate 91 to rotate. The rotation of the baffle plate 91 causes the other vortex fan blades 92 to rotate, so that the vortex fan blades 92 pass through the outlets of the first connecting pipe 4 or the second connecting pipe 5, causing the water flow to impact the vortex fan blades 92. This allows the baffle mechanism 9 to maintain continuous rotation during the water mixing process, stirring the water flow, causing the cold and hot water to mix and form a vortex, thus promoting water mixing.

[0044] Furthermore, a partition plate 83 is provided above the flow disturbance mechanism 9. The side wall of the partition plate 83 is fixedly connected to the side wall of the water storage tank 8. The partition plate 83 is provided with several through holes 831. During use, as the amount of water introduced into the water storage tank 8 gradually increases, the water level inside the water storage tank 8 gradually rises. This causes the warm water in the upper layer of the water in the water storage tank 8, after being mixed, to pass through the through holes 831 on the partition plate 83 and be above the partition plate 83. This forms a separation between the warm water in the upper layer of the water in the water storage tank 8, which is in a state of being stirred and mixed, and the first connecting pipe 4 and the second connecting pipe 5. The partition plate 83 will absorb some of the kinetic energy of the vortex water flow and hinder the upward diffusion of the vortex. When the water flow passes through the through holes 831, it will generate local resistance due to sudden contraction or expansion, causing the kinetic energy to be converted into heat energy. This causes the energy transferred to the upper layer of the partition plate 83 to be attenuated, so that the flow disturbance mechanism 9 only drives the water below the partition plate 83 to flow, promoting the mixing of cold and hot water flows.

[0045] Furthermore, a water outlet pipe 81 is provided above the partition plate 83. The other end of the water outlet pipe 81 passes through the tank wall of the water storage tank 8 and is provided with a connecting flange. The connecting flange is used to connect a water pipe to provide mixed warm water from the water storage tank 8. The partition plate 83 blocks the vortex, making it easy for the water outlet pipe 81 to take mixed warm water from the water storage tank 8.

[0046] Furthermore, a temperature sensor 82 is installed on the top of the water storage tank 8. The detection end of the temperature sensor 82 passes through the water storage tank 8 and is located inside the water storage tank 8 and close to the partition plate 83. It is used to detect the temperature of the mixed water in the water storage tank 8 so as to accurately detect the temperature of the mixed water in the water storage tank 8 and provide feedback on the internal temperature information of the water storage tank 8.

[0047] Specifically, the preferred model of the temperature sensor 82 is T8500. This type of temperature sensor 82 can accurately detect minute temperature changes and has a variety of sizes and lengths to choose from, which can meet the water temperature detection needs of water tanks 8 of different sizes.

[0048] Working principle: A cylindrical water storage tank 8 is firmly connected to the middle of the bracket 1 by welding. Hot water valve 2 and cold water valve 6 are installed at the bottom of both ends of the bracket 1 along its length. The inlet of hot water valve 2 is connected to the hot water pipe, and the inlet of cold water valve 6 is connected to the cold water pipe. The outlet of hot water valve 2 is connected to the water storage tank 8 through the first connecting pipe 4. Similarly, the outlet of cold water valve 6 is connected to the water storage tank 8 through the second connecting pipe 5, so that hot and cold water can be introduced into the water storage tank 8 for mixing, water temperature regulation and storage.

[0049] A first actuator 3 and a second actuator 7 are installed on the bracket 1. Both are drive cylinders. The bottom of the first actuator 3 is connected to a first drive rod 31, which is connected to the first valve core 21 of the hot water valve 2. When the first actuator 3 is activated, its bottom end drives the movable and telescopic first drive rod 31 to move, thereby causing the first valve core 21 connected to it to move up and down inside the hot water valve 2. This allows for precise control of the opening degree of the hot water valve 2 and changes the flow rate of hot water entering the water storage tank 8. Similarly, the bottom of the second actuator 7 is connected to the second drive rod 71. The cold water valve 6 has a second valve core 61 inside. The top of the second valve core 61 passes through the valve body of the cold water valve 6 and is connected to the second drive rod 71. The second actuator 7 drives the second valve core 61 to move, controlling the opening degree of the cold water valve 6 and adjusting the flow rate of cold water, thereby flexibly adjusting the temperature of the mixed water.

[0050] A turbulence-inducing mechanism 9 is installed at the bottom of the water storage tank 8. The turbulence-inducing mechanism 9 is rotatably connected to the water storage tank 8 via a bearing 85. The turbulence-inducing mechanism 9 consists of a turbulence plate 91 and several inclined vortex fan blades 92 connected to the top surface of the turbulence plate 91. When cold and hot water are introduced into the water storage tank 8, the water flow will impact the inclined surface of the vortex fan blades 92 respectively. Under the thrust of the water flow, the vortex fan blades 92 drive the turbulence plate 91 to start rotating. The rotation of the turbulence plate 91 will then drive the other vortex fan blades 92 to rotate together. The vortex fan blade 92 is arranged around the outlet of the first connecting pipe 4 and the second connecting pipe 5. Any one of the vortex fan blades 92 is driven to rotate by the water flow impact. As the vortex fan blade 92 rotates, it passes through the outlet of the first connecting pipe 4 or the second connecting pipe 5 in turn, so that the water flow continuously impacts the vortex fan blade 92. This ensures that the vortex mechanism 9 can maintain a stable and continuous rotation state throughout the water mixing process, effectively driving the cold and hot water flow to follow the rotation and form a vortex, so that the cold and hot water are fully mixed to form warm water with a suitable temperature.

[0051] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model, but the protection scope of the present utility model is not limited thereto. Any equivalent substitutions or changes made by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in the present utility model, based on the technical solution and the inventive concept of the present utility model, should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A novel water mixing device, comprising a support frame (1), characterized in that: A water storage tank (8) is connected to the middle of the bracket (1). A hot water valve (2) and a cold water valve (6) are installed on the left and right sides of the bottom of the bracket (1), respectively. A first connecting pipe (4) is installed at the outlet of the hot water valve (2). The other end of the first connecting pipe (4) is connected to the water storage tank (8). A second connecting pipe (5) is installed at the outlet of the cold water valve (6). The other end of the second connecting pipe (5) is connected to the water storage tank (8). The water storage tank (8) is equipped with a flow disturbance mechanism (9).

2. The novel mixing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first driver (3) and the second driver (7) are respectively installed on the left and right sides of the top of the bracket (1). The bottom of the first driver (3) is connected to a first drive rod (31), and the hot water valve (2) is provided with a first valve core (21). The top of the first valve core (21) passes through the valve body of the hot water valve (2) and is fixedly connected to the first drive rod (31) through the first connecting plate (33). The bottom of the second driver (7) is connected to a second drive rod (71). The hot water valve (2) is provided with a second valve core (61). The top of the second valve core (61) passes through the valve body of the cold water valve (6) and is fixedly connected to the second drive rod (71) through the second connecting plate (73).

3. The novel mixing device according to claim 2, characterized in that, A first guide rod (32) is connected between the bottom of the first driver (3) and the bracket (1), and the first connecting plate (33) is slidably connected to the first guide rod (32); A second guide rod (72) is connected between the bottom of the second driver (7) and the bracket (1), and the second connecting plate (73) is slidably connected to the second guide rod (72).

4. The novel mixing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom of the water storage tank (8) is provided with a sealing ring (84), and the outlets of the first connecting pipe (4) and the second connecting pipe (5) are located inside the water storage tank (8) after passing through the sealing ring (84).

5. A novel mixing device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The outlets of the first connecting pipe (4) and the second connecting pipe (5) are respectively set at both ends of the sealing ring (84) in the radial direction. The outer side of the sealing ring (84) is fitted with a bearing (85) and is rotatably connected to the turbulence mechanism (9) through the bearing (85).

6. The novel mixing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The turbulence mechanism (9) includes a turbulence plate (91), and a plurality of vortex fan blades (92) are connected to the top surface of the turbulence plate (91), and the plurality of vortex fan blades (92) are inclined.

7. A novel mixing device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The vortex fan blades (92) on the baffle plate (91) are arranged around the outlets of the first connecting pipe (4) and the second connecting pipe (5).

8. A novel water mixing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The turbulence mechanism (9) is provided with a partition plate (83) above it. The side wall of the partition plate (83) is fixedly connected to the side wall of the water storage tank (8). The partition plate (83) is provided with several through holes (831).

9. A novel mixing device according to claim 8, characterized in that, A water outlet pipe (81) is provided above the partition plate (83), and the other end of the water outlet pipe (81) passes through the tank wall of the water storage tank (8) and is provided with a connecting flange.

10. A novel mixing device according to claim 9, characterized in that, A temperature sensor (82) is installed at the top of the water storage tank (8). The detection end of the temperature sensor (82) passes through the water storage tank (8) and is located inside the water storage tank (8) and close to the partition plate (83).