Water inlet structure of water tank of breathing machine

By designing the water inlet structure of the ventilator water tank, including the inlet pipe and the transfer valve, the problems of complex structure and unstable water level of the humidification device were solved, achieving stable control of the water level in the humidification chamber, and improving heating efficiency and safety of use.

CN224404147UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-26ZHEJIANG SAIHUKANG TECH CO LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
ZHEJIANG SAIHUKANG TECH CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-04-11
Publication Date
2026-06-26

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Technical Problem

Existing humidification devices are complex in structure and bulky, making them inconvenient to carry. Furthermore, the humidified water is easily carried away, resulting in insufficient or excessive humidification and posing safety hazards.

Method used

A water inlet structure for a ventilator water tank was designed, including an inlet pipe, a transfer valve, and a throttling mechanism. The throttling mechanism controls the water level in the humidification chamber, and the design of the transfer valve and inlet pipe achieves stable water level control, avoiding overflow and insufficient humidification.

Benefits of technology

It achieves stable control of the water level in the humidification chamber, ensures the heating efficiency of the heating plate, avoids the risk of insufficient or excessive humidification, and improves the safety and portability of use.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a breathing machine water tank water inlet structure, including inlet pipe and adapter valve, the inlet pipe sets up on the upper cover, the adapter valve is detachably connected on the inlet pipe still includes throttling mechanism, the throttling mechanism is the breather pipe, the breather pipe sets up on the upper cover, the breather pipe one end with inlet pipe intercommunication, the other end is located in humidification bin, the adapter valve includes adapter, stop valve, valve core and reset piece, the adapter inside is provided with the connecting ring, the adapter bottom is provided with a plurality of water outlets, the valve core is worn in the connecting ring, the valve core one end is connected with stop valve, the reset piece is set up on the valve core. The utility model sets up throttling mechanism, and throttling mechanism can control the liquid intake, so that the water level in humidification bin is always in a certain range, guarantees the humidification efficiency of humidification bin, guarantees the heating efficiency of hot plate.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of ventilator technology, and mainly to a water inlet structure for a ventilator water tank. Background Technology

[0002] Humidifiers are an important component of ventilators. The heated and humidified airflow not only reduces the side effects of nasal dryness (such as nasal congestion and bleeding), but more importantly, it reduces nasal resistance, effectively ensuring the stability of the mask pressure, improving treatment efficacy and adaptability. This is especially important for patients who need long-term ventilator use, as humidifiers can effectively improve the comfort of patients using ventilators.

[0003] However, common humidification devices on the consumer market consist of many components such as a humidification chamber, heating plate, and water tank. Their structure is relatively complex, their size is large, and they are not convenient to carry. During the use of the ventilator, the mixed gas will carry away the moisture in the humidification device (humidification chamber). Therefore, the moisture in the humidification device (humidification chamber) will gradually decrease. The humidification device (humidification chamber) needs to maintain the liquid level at the optimal position. If there is too little humidified water, there is a risk of inadequate humidification and burning of the humidification device (humidification chamber). If there is too much humidified water, there is a risk of humidified water backflow causing aspiration by the patient. Utility Model Content

[0004] The present invention aims to solve at least one problem existing in the prior art. Therefore, the purpose of this invention is to propose a water inlet structure for a ventilator water tank.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model proposes:

[0006] A water inlet structure for a ventilator water tank includes an inlet pipe and an adapter valve. The inlet pipe is disposed on an upper cover, and the adapter valve is detachably connected to the inlet pipe. The structure also includes a throttling mechanism, which is a ventilation pipe disposed on the upper cover. One end of the ventilation pipe is connected to the inlet pipe, and the other end is located in the humidification chamber.

[0007] Preferably, the adapter valve includes an adapter, a stop valve, a valve core, and a reset component. The adapter has a connecting ring inside and several outlets at its bottom. The valve core is inserted into the connecting ring, one end of which is connected to the stop valve. The reset component is sleeved on the valve core.

[0008] Preferably, the other end of the valve core is provided with a limiting circle, and one end of the reset member abuts against the connecting ring and the other end abuts against the limiting circle.

[0009] Preferably, the water inlet pipe has an internal partition that divides the internal space of the water inlet pipe into two parts. The partition has a pin and at least one water inlet hole. The pin is located in the middle of the partition and is directly opposite to the limiting circle. The water inlet hole is located on the outside of the pin.

[0010] Preferably, the adapter has a hollow structure, comprising an upper part and a lower part, which are integral and interconnected, and the upper part is provided with an internal thread.

[0011] Preferably, the bottom of the airway tube is flush with the bottom of the water inlet tube.

[0012] Preferably, the water inlet pipe, the vent pipe, and the top cover are an integrated structure.

[0013] Preferably, the outer side of the connecting ring is provided with several connecting legs, which are connected to the lower inner wall. The connecting legs divide the lower inner hole, thereby forming multiple flow channels.

[0014] Preferably, the top of the water inlet pipe is provided with a number of rotary locking grooves, and the lower outer wall is provided with rotary locks of the same number as the rotary locking grooves, and the rotary locks are used in conjunction with the rotary locking grooves.

[0015] According to another embodiment of the present invention, the throttling mechanism is a stop float, which is disposed in the water inlet pipe and has a hollow internal structure.

[0016] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0017] 1. This utility model is equipped with a throttling mechanism, which can control the liquid inflow, so that the water level in the humidification chamber is always within a certain range, thus ensuring the humidification efficiency of the humidification chamber, that is, ensuring the heating efficiency of the heating plate.

[0018] 2. This utility model is equipped with a transfer valve with internal threads. The water tank can be connected to the transfer valve first, and then installed on the inlet pipe through the transfer valve and the water tank. Water can be introduced by opening the stop valve and valve core through the pin. The transfer valve connects the water tank and the humidifier, making the operation more convenient and preventing overflow.

[0019] The features and advantages of this utility model will be described in detail through embodiments in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the entire utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the entire utility model;

[0022] Figure 3 This utility model Figure 1 Sectional view along line AA in the middle;

[0023] Figure 4 This utility model Figure 1 The BB section view in the middle (only the water inlet pipe, vent pipe and top cover are cut out);

[0024] Figure 5 This utility model Figure 3 Enlarged view of point A in the image;

[0025] Figure 6 This is a diagram showing the top cover of this utility model in an open state;

[0026] Figure 7 This is a perspective view of the top cover of this utility model;

[0027] Figure 8 This is a perspective view of the adapter valve of this utility model;

[0028] Figure 9 This is a front view and a cross-sectional view of another embodiment of the throttling mechanism of this utility model.

[0029] Figure label:

[0030] 11. Water inlet pipe, 111. Partition, 112. Ejector pin, 113. Water inlet hole, 114. Twisted lock groove, 12. Vent pipe, 13. Top cover, 14. Humidification chamber, 15. Heating plate, 16. Air inlet pipe, 17. Air outlet pipe;

[0031] 2. Adapter valve, 21. Adapter, 211. Upper part, 212. Lower part, 213. Connecting ring, 214. Outlet, 215. Connecting leg, 216. Flow channel, 217. Rotary lock, 22. Stop valve, 23. Valve core, 231. Limiting circle, 24. Reset component;

[0032] 3. Water-stopping float. Detailed Implementation

[0033] To make the technical means, creative features, objectives and effects of this utility model easier to understand, the present utility model will be further described below in conjunction with specific embodiments.

[0034] Exemplary embodiments will now be described in detail, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings. When the following description relates to the drawings, unless otherwise indicated, the same numerals in different drawings denote the same or similar elements. The embodiments described in the following exemplary embodiments do not represent all embodiments consistent with this application. Rather, they are merely examples of apparatuses consistent with some aspects of this application as detailed in the appended claims.

[0035] The terminology used in this application is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the application. Unless otherwise defined, the technical or scientific terms used in this application should be understood in their ordinary sense by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this utility model pertains. The words “a” or “one” and similar terms used in this application specification and claims do not indicate a limitation of quantity, but rather indicate the presence of at least one. “A plurality” includes two, equivalent to at least two. The words “comprising” or “including” and similar terms mean that the element or object preceding “comprising” or “including” covers the element or object listed following “comprising” or “including” and its equivalents, and does not exclude other elements or objects. The words “connected” or “linked” and similar terms are not limited to physical or mechanical connections and can include electrical connections, whether direct or indirect. The singular forms “a,” “the,” and “the” used in this application specification and appended claims are also intended to include the plural forms, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It should also be understood that the term “and / or” as used herein refers to and includes any or all possible combinations of one or more associated listed items.

[0036] Example 1:

[0037] Please refer to the following for details. Figure 1-8 A water inlet structure for a ventilator water tank includes an inlet pipe 11 and a transfer valve 2. The inlet pipe 11 is mounted on an upper cover 13, and the transfer valve 2 is detachably connected to the inlet pipe 11. The structure also includes a throttling mechanism, which is an airway pipe 12. The airway pipe 12 is mounted on the upper cover 13. One end of the airway pipe 12 is connected to the inlet pipe 11, and the other end is located in a humidification chamber 14. The bottom of the airway pipe is flush with the bottom of the inlet pipe 11. A heating plate 15 is provided at the bottom of the humidification chamber 14 to heat and humidify the water in the humidification chamber 14.

[0038] Based on the above technical means: the vent pipe 12 and the water inlet pipe 11 form an inverted U-shaped pipe. When the water overflows the bottom of the water inlet pipe 11 and the vent pipe 12, it will block the bottom of the water inlet pipe 11 and the air duct, so that the water can no longer enter the humidification chamber 14. When the water in the humidification chamber 14 is heated and evaporated, the water level drops, the water inlet pipe 11 and the vent pipe 12 open, the vent pipe 12 vents, and the water inlet pipe 11 is drained again, so that the water level in the humidification chamber 14 is always stable (maintained at the optimal horizontal position), ensuring the heating efficiency of the heating plate 15 and not affecting its use.

[0039] Furthermore, the adapter valve 2 includes an adapter 21, a stop valve 22, a valve core 23, and a reset component 24. The adapter 21 has a connecting ring 213 inside and several outlets 214 at its bottom. The valve core 23 is inserted into the connecting ring 213, with one end of the valve core 23 connected to the stop valve 22. The reset component 24 is sleeved on the valve core 23. The other end of the valve core 23 has a limiting circle 231. One end of the reset component 24 abuts against the connecting ring 213, and the other end abuts against the limiting circle 231. The adapter 21 has a hollow structure and includes an upper part 211 and a lower part 212. The upper part 211 and the lower part 212 are an integral structure and are interconnected. The upper part 211 has an internal thread.

[0040] Furthermore, a partition 111 is provided inside the water inlet pipe 11, which divides the internal space of the water inlet pipe 11 into two parts. A pin 112 and a water inlet hole 113 are provided on the partition 111. The pin 112 is located in the middle of the partition 111 and is directly opposite to the limiting circle 231. The water inlet hole 113 is located outside the pin 112.

[0041] Based on the above technical means: Under normal conditions, the stop valve 22 of the transfer valve 2 is sealed at the top of the lower part 212, which plays a role in stopping water flow and the water in the tank will not flow into the humidification chamber 14. When the transfer valve 2 is installed on the inlet pipe 11, the pin 112 can lift the valve core 23 and the stop valve 22, and the reset part 24 is compressed, thereby opening the flow channel 216, allowing the water in the tank to flow into the inlet pipe 11. The water tank and the humidifier are connected by the transfer valve 2, and the humidifier does not need to be installed upside down, making the operation more convenient and preventing water overflow.

[0042] Furthermore, the water inlet pipe 11, the vent pipe 12, and the top cover 13 are an integral structure, which is made by injection molding. The integral structure is more robust and stable.

[0043] Furthermore, four connecting legs 215 are provided on the outer side of the connecting ring 213. The connecting legs 215 are connected to the inner wall of the lower part 212, and the connecting legs 215 divide the inner hole of the lower part 212 to form four flow channels 216.

[0044] Furthermore, the top of the water inlet pipe 11 is provided with two locking grooves 114, and the outer wall of the lower part 212 is provided with a number of locking locks 217 equal to the number of locking grooves 114. The locking locks 217 are used in conjunction with the locking grooves 114, and the locking locks 217 can be screwed into the locking grooves 114.

[0045] Based on the above technical means: the transfer valve 2 (lower part 212) is installed on the water inlet pipe 11 by means of a screw thread. The screw thread connection method can ensure the stability of both and is also easy to disassemble.

[0046] Example 2:

[0047] Please refer to the following for details. Figure 9 The rest of this embodiment is the same as that of embodiment 1, except that: the throttling mechanism is the stop float 3, which is installed in the water inlet pipe 11. The inside of the stop float 3 is a hollow structure. Specifically, the diameter of the upper part 211 of the stop float 3 is less than the diameter of the water inlet pipe 11 and less than the diameter of the lower part 212 of the stop float 3. The upper part 211 of the stop float 3 is fitted into the water inlet pipe 11.

[0048] Based on the above technical means: when water enters the humidification chamber 14, the water level in the humidification chamber 14 will continue to rise, and the water stop float 3 will also rise with the water level. When the water level rises to a certain height, the water stop float 3 will block the water inlet pipe 11, and the water supply will stop. The heating plate 15 will continuously heat the water in the humidification chamber 14. During the heating process, the water will turn into water vapor, the water level will drop, the water stop float 3 will drop with the water level, and the water inlet pipe 11 will reopen. At this time, water can be supplied normally again, ensuring the heating efficiency of the heating plate 15.

[0049] In this application, the water tank uses a common threaded plastic bottle found in the consumer market. It is connected to the adapter 21 (upper part 211) via a threaded connection. The use of a plastic bottle to replace the traditional water tank simplifies the structure of the humidifier. The plastic bottle is disposable after use and will not form scale, thus ensuring the therapeutic effect of the ventilator.

[0050] This utility model relates to a water inlet structure for a ventilator's water tank. Its working principle is explained in conjunction with the accompanying drawings:

[0051] The inlet tube 16 of the humidifier is connected to the main unit of the ventilator, and the outlet tube 17 of the humidifier is connected to the mask.

[0052] The adapter valve 2 and the water tank are connected by a threaded connection, and then the adapter valve 2 and the water tank are installed on the water inlet pipe 11 by a screw thread. When the adapter valve 2 and the water tank are installed in place, the ejector pin 112 contacts the limit circle 231, lifting the stop valve 22 and the valve core 23, opening the lower 212 channel. Water in the water storage bottle flows into the upper part of the partition 111 through the flow channel 216 and the water outlet 214, and then enters the water inlet pipe 11 through the water inlet hole 113, and enters the humidification chamber 14. Under the action of the heating plate 15, the water is heated into water vapor. Finally, the gas carrying the water vapor enters the mask through the gas outlet pipe 17, continuously providing the user with humid and high-quality gas.

[0053] When the water level rises to a certain height, the inlet pipe 11 is blocked. After the water in the humidification chamber 14 is consumed, the water level drops, and the inlet pipe 11 is reopened to continue water flow, so that the water level in the humidification chamber 14 remains stable, ensuring the heating efficiency of the heating plate 15.

[0054] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. 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 water inlet structure for a ventilator water tank, comprising an inlet pipe and a connecting valve, wherein the inlet pipe is disposed on an upper cover, and the connecting valve is detachably connected to the inlet pipe, characterized in that, It also includes a throttling mechanism, which is a vent pipe. The vent pipe is installed on the upper cover, with one end connected to the water inlet pipe and the other end located in the humidification chamber.

2. The water inlet structure of the ventilator water tank according to claim 1, characterized in that, The adapter valve includes an adapter, a stop valve, a valve core, and a reset component. The adapter has a connecting ring inside and several outlets at its bottom. The valve core is inserted into the connecting ring, and one end of the valve core is connected to the stop valve. The reset component is sleeved on the valve core.

3. The water inlet structure of the ventilator water tank according to claim 2, characterized in that, The valve core is provided with a limit circle at the other end, and one end of the reset member abuts against the connecting ring and the other end abuts against the limit circle.

4. The water inlet structure of the ventilator water tank according to claim 3, characterized in that, The water inlet pipe has an internal partition that divides the internal space of the water inlet pipe into two parts. The partition has a pin and at least one water inlet hole. The pin is located in the middle of the partition and is directly opposite to the limiting circle. The water inlet hole is located on the outside of the pin.

5. The water inlet structure for the ventilator water tank according to claim 3 or 4, characterized in that, The adapter has a hollow structure and includes an upper part and a lower part. The upper and lower parts are an integral structure and are interconnected. The upper part is provided with an internal thread.

6. The water inlet structure for the ventilator water tank according to any one of claims 1-4, characterized in that, The bottom of the vent pipe is flush with the bottom of the water inlet pipe.

7. The water inlet structure for the ventilator water tank according to any one of claims 1-4, characterized in that, The water inlet pipe, vent pipe, and top cover are an integrated structure.

8. The water inlet structure for the ventilator water tank according to claim 2, characterized in that, The outer side of the connecting ring is provided with several connecting legs, which are connected to the lower inner wall. The connecting legs divide the lower inner hole, thereby forming multiple flow channels.

9. The water inlet structure for the ventilator water tank according to claim 5, characterized in that, The top of the water inlet pipe is provided with several rotary locking grooves, and the lower outer wall is provided with rotary locks of the same number as the rotary locking grooves. The rotary locks are used in conjunction with the rotary locking grooves.

10. The water inlet structure of the ventilator water tank according to claim 1, characterized in that, The throttling mechanism is a stop float, which is installed in the inlet pipe and has a hollow internal structure.