A pet water fountain

Abstract

This utility model relates to the field of pet feeding devices and discloses a pet water fountain, comprising: a base with a water outlet; a water tray located at the bottom side of the water outlet, and a drain hole at the bottom of the water tray; the opening of the water tray gradually increases in size away from the drain hole, and the opening of the water outlet is inclined towards the inner wall of the water tray. This pet water fountain has a water tray cleaning function, which significantly improves the user experience.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of pet feeding devices, and more particularly to a pet water dispenser. Background Technology

[0002] A pet water fountain is a drinking water device designed specifically for pets to provide them with clean drinking water.

[0003] Existing pet water fountains typically feature water dishes of various shapes with water troughs. After a period of use, sediment or other dirt can easily accumulate in the water trough, requiring users to clean the water dish under running water periodically. This repetitive cleaning of the water dish by pet water fountain users creates a poor user experience.

[0004] Therefore, there is a need to design a pet water fountain with a water dish cleaning function, which can significantly improve the user experience.

[0005] The above information is provided as background information only to aid in understanding this disclosure and does not constitute an assertion or admission that any of the above content can be used as prior art relative to this disclosure. Utility Model Content

[0006] This utility model provides a pet water fountain with a water tray cleaning function, which can significantly improve the user experience.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0008] A pet water fountain includes:

[0009] The base is equipped with a water outlet.

[0010] A drinking tray is located on the bottom side of the water outlet, and a drain hole is provided at the bottom of the drinking tray;

[0011] The opening of the drinking tray gradually increases in the direction away from the drain hole, and the outlet opening is tilted towards the inner wall of the drinking tray.

[0012] Optionally, the angle between the water jet ejected from the outlet and the sidewall at the point where the water jet lands is no greater than 60°.

[0013] Optionally, the pet water fountain may also include a water pump, a filter assembly, and a purified water storage tank;

[0014] Along the direction of water flow, the purified water storage tank, the filter element assembly, and the water pump are arranged in sequence, and the outlet of the water pump is connected to the water outlet.

[0015] Optionally, the pet water fountain also includes a circulation pump for driving the water in the water bowl to circulate.

[0016] The circulation pump is positioned directly opposite the drain hole, and part of the circulation pump enters the drinking tray.

[0017] Optionally, both the water pump and the filter assembly are mounted on the base.

[0018] Optionally, the base has a support platform and a vertical support; the vertical support has a protrusion that protrudes toward the drinking tray, and the water outlet is disposed on the protrusion;

[0019] A sewage collection tank is installed on the support platform, and the drinking water tray is installed on the sewage collection tank.

[0020] Optionally, the pet water fountain also includes a drain valve device;

[0021] The drain valve device is installed on one side of the bottom of the drinking tray and includes a plug head, a connecting rod and an elastic element for sealing the drain hole;

[0022] The connecting rod is rotatably connected to the drinking tray via a rotating shaft, and the connecting rod is fixedly connected to the sealing head; the elastic element is installed on the rotating shaft and causes the connecting rod to have a tendency to rotate toward the drain hole.

[0023] Optionally, the angle between the water jet ejected from the outlet and the sidewall at the point where the water jet lands is between 20° and 50°.

[0024] Optionally, the inner wall of the drinking tray has a smooth transition, and the drain hole is connected to the lowest point of the drinking trough of the drinking tray.

[0025] Optionally, the inner wall surface of the drinking trough is provided with an anti-stick coating.

[0026] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0027] The pet water fountain provided by this utility model cleverly designs the shape of the water tray, gradually increasing the opening of the water trough. Water jets from the outlet are directed downwards at an angle towards the side wall of the water trough. After being blocked by the side wall, the water jet forms a swirling flow, carrying away dirt and grime from the side wall and draining it through the drain hole, thus cleaning the water tray. In this embodiment, the pet water fountain eliminates the need for the user to manually lift the water tray to the tap for cleaning, effectively improving the user experience.

[0028] This invention has other features and advantages that will be apparent from or will be set forth in detail in the accompanying drawings and the following detailed description, which together serve to explain the particular principles of this invention. Attached Figure Description

[0029] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, 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.

[0030] Figure 1 This is a top view schematic diagram of the pet water dispenser provided in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0031] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure of a pet water fountain along line AA;

[0032] Figure 3 This is a front view schematic diagram of the pet water dispenser provided in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0033] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 A cross-sectional structural diagram of a pet water fountain along the BB line;

[0034] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 An enlarged view of the pet water fountain at location A;

[0035] Figure 6 This is a top view schematic diagram of the pet water dispenser provided in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0036] Figure 7 yes Figure 6 A cross-sectional view of the pet water fountain along line CC.

[0037] Reference numerals: 1. Base; 101. Support platform; 102. Vertical support; 103. Protrusion; 11. Water outlet; 2. Drinking tray; 21. Drinking trough; 22. Drain hole; 3. Water pump; 4. Filter assembly; 5. Clean water storage tank; 6. Circulation pump; 7. Sewage collection tank; 81. Sealing head; 82. Connecting rod; 83. Elastic element; 9. Drive structure. Detailed Implementation

[0038] To illustrate the possible application scenarios, technical principles, implementable specific solutions, and achievable objectives and effects of this application in detail, the following description, in conjunction with the listed specific embodiments and accompanying drawings, provides a detailed explanation. The embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the technical solutions of this application and are therefore intended to limit the scope of protection of this application.

[0039] In this document, the term "embodiment" means that a specific feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with an embodiment may be included in at least one embodiment of this application. The term "embodiment" appearing in various places throughout the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor does it specifically limit its independence or connection with other embodiments. In principle, in this application, as long as there are no technical contradictions or conflicts, the technical features mentioned in each embodiment can be combined in any way to form corresponding implementable technical solutions.

[0040] Unless otherwise defined, the technical terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application pertains; the use of related terms herein is merely for the purpose of describing particular embodiments and is not intended to limit this application.

[0041] In the description of this application, the term "and / or" is used to describe the logical relationship between objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B means: A exists, B exists, and A and B exist simultaneously. Additionally, the character " / " in this document generally indicates that the preceding and following objects have an "or" logical relationship.

[0042] In this application, terms such as “first” and “second” are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any actual quantity, hierarchy or order relationship between these entities or operations.

[0043] Unless otherwise specified, the use of terms such as “comprising,” “including,” “having,” or other similar expressions in this application is intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, which does not exclude the presence of additional elements in a process, method, or product that includes the stated elements, such that a process, method, or product that includes a list of elements may include not only those defined elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, or product.

[0044] Similar to the understanding in the Examination Guidelines, in this application, expressions such as "greater than," "less than," and "exceeding" are understood to exclude the stated number; expressions such as "above," "below," and "within" are understood to include the stated number. Furthermore, in the description of the embodiments in this application, "multiple" means two or more (including two), and similar expressions related to "multiple" are also understood in this way, such as "multiple groups" and "multiple times," unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0045] In the description of the embodiments of this application, the space-related expressions used, such as "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "vertical," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," "counterclockwise," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential," indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the specific embodiments or drawings. They are only for the purpose of describing the specific embodiments of this application or for the reader's understanding, and do not indicate or imply that the device or component referred to must have a specific position, a specific orientation, or be constructed or operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the embodiments of this application.

[0046] Unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," "fixing," and "setting," as used in the description of the embodiments of this application, should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connection" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral setting; it can be a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or a communication connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can be the internal connection of two components or the interaction between two components. For those skilled in the art to which this application pertains, the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of this application can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0047] In view of the aforementioned deficiencies in existing pet water fountains, the applicant, based on years of extensive practical experience and professional knowledge in the design and manufacture of such products, and in conjunction with theoretical application, actively researched and innovated to create a solution that overcomes the shortcomings of existing technologies, making pet water fountains more practical. Through continuous research, design, and repeated prototype production and improvements, this utility model, possessing genuine practical value, was finally created.

[0048] Please refer to Figures 1 to 7 This utility model provides a pet water fountain, including a base 1 and a water outlet 11.

[0049] The base 1 is equipped with a water outlet 11; the drinking tray 2 is equipped with a drinking trough 21, which is located on the bottom side of the water outlet 11, and a drain hole 22 is provided at the bottom of the drinking trough 21; the opening of the drinking trough 21 gradually increases in size away from the drain hole 22, and the opening of the water outlet 11 is inclined towards the side wall of the drinking trough 21. The inner side wall of the drinking tray 2 refers to the side wall of the drinking trough 21. The gradual increase in the opening of the drinking trough 21 is equivalent to the gradual increase in the opening of the drinking tray 2.

[0050] In this embodiment, the opening of the water trough 21 gradually increases in the direction away from the drain hole 22, indicating that the trough wall of the water trough 21 is gradually inclined. When cleaning is required, the water jet from the outlet 11 can be directed downwards at an angle towards the side wall of the water trough 21. After being blocked by the side wall of the water trough 21, the water jet from the outlet 11 forms a swirling liquid flow. The swirling liquid carries away the dirt on the side wall of the water trough 21 and flows out through the drain hole 22, thereby completing the purpose of cleaning the dirt in the water trough 2. In this embodiment, the pet water fountain eliminates the need for the user to manually lift the water trough to clean it under the tap, effectively improving the user experience.

[0051] It should also be noted that the water outlet 11 is located on the top side of the drinking trough 21. During the tilting process, the water jet from the water outlet 11 is accelerated by gravity, which has a better flushing effect on the wall of the drinking trough 21 and can further improve the cleaning effect.

[0052] Preferably, the walls of the drinking trough 21 are smoothly rounded, and the drain hole 22 is connected to the lowest point of the drinking trough 21. The swirling liquid can form a vortex around the drain hole 22, improving the cleaning effect. The drain hole 22 being connected to the lowest point of the drinking trough 21 allows all wastewater to be discharged.

[0053] Optionally, the angle between the water jet ejected from the outlet 11 and the sidewall at the point of impact is no greater than 60°, reducing the kinetic energy loss of the water jet and allowing the water falling into the drinking trough 21 to better form a swirling liquid flow, thus increasing the speed of the water flow. Preferably, the angle between the water jet ejected from the outlet 11 and the sidewall at the point of impact is in the range of 20°-50°. In this embodiment, the angle between the water jet ejected from the outlet 11 and the sidewall at the point of impact is in the range of 45°±5°.

[0054] Preferably, the surface of the water tank 21 is provided with an anti-stick coating, which makes it easier for dirt in the water tank 21 to be carried away by the water flow, thereby further improving the cleaning effect.

[0055] Optionally, the pet water fountain also includes a water pump 3, a filter assembly 4, and a purified water storage tank 5; the purified water storage tank 5, the filter assembly 4, and the water pump 3 are arranged sequentially along the water flow direction, and the water outlet of the water pump 3 is connected to the water outlet 11.

[0056] Specifically, water from the purified water storage tank 5 flows through pipes to the filter element assembly 4. The filtered water from the filter element assembly 4 enters the water pump 3 and is ejected from the outlet 11 under the drive of the water pump 3. In addition, the filter element assembly 4 provides a filtering effect, preventing impurities from entering the water pump 3, thereby extending the service life of the water pump 3 and reducing the amount of impurities entering the drinking water tank 21.

[0057] Optionally, the pet water fountain also includes a circulation pump 6 for driving the water circulation in the water trough 21; the circulation pump 6 is positioned opposite the drain hole 22, and part of the circulation pump 6 enters the water trough 21. Specifically, when the drain hole 22 is blocked, the circulation pump 6 can circulate the water in the water trough 21 to create running water. Furthermore, the circulation pump 6 being positioned opposite the drain hole 22, with one end of the circulation pump 6 entering the water trough 21, allows the water flow from the outlet 11 into the water trough 21 to better form a swirling flow.

[0058] Optionally, both the water pump 3 and the filter element assembly 4 are mounted on the base 1. A check valve is provided at the bottom of the filter element assembly 4. When the filter element assembly 4 is lifted, the check valve closes the bottom outlet, thereby preventing water from flowing out and dripping from inside the filter element assembly 4.

[0059] Optionally, the base 1 has a support platform 101 and a vertical support 102; the vertical support 102 has a protrusion 103 protruding towards the drinking tray 2, and a water outlet 11 is provided on the protrusion 103; a wastewater collection tank 7 is installed on the support platform 101, and the drinking tray 2 is installed on the wastewater collection tank 7. Wastewater flowing out from the bottom of the drinking tray 2 enters the wastewater collection tank 7.

[0060] Optionally, the pet water fountain also includes a drain valve device 8; the drain valve device 8 is installed on the bottom side of the water tray 2 and includes a plug head 81 for sealing the drain hole 22, a connecting rod 82 and an elastic element 83; the connecting rod 82 is rotatably connected to the water tray 2 via a rotating shaft, and the connecting rod 82 is fixedly connected to the plug head 81; the elastic element 83 is installed on the rotating shaft and gives the connecting rod 82 a tendency to rotate toward the drain hole 22.

[0061] Specifically, when no other external force is applied, the elastic force of the elastic element 83 keeps the sealing head 81 in a state of blocking the drain hole 22. When it is necessary to clean the inner wall of the water tank 21, the drive structure 9 pushes the connecting rod 82 to rotate, thereby separating the drain hole 22 and the sealing head 81 from each other.

[0062] Finally, it should be noted that although the above embodiments have been described in the text and drawings of this application, this should not limit the scope of patent protection of this application. Any technical solutions that are based on the essential concept of this application and utilize the content described in the text and drawings of this application, resulting in equivalent structural or procedural substitutions or modifications, as well as the direct or indirect application of the technical solutions of the above embodiments to other related technical fields, are all included within the scope of patent protection of this application.

Claims

1. A pet water fountain, characterized in that, include: The base (1) is provided with a water outlet (11); The drinking tray (2) is located on the bottom side of the water outlet (11), and the bottom of the drinking tray (2) is provided with a drain hole (22); The opening of the drinking tray (2) gradually increases in the direction away from the drain hole (22), and the opening of the water outlet (11) is tilted towards the inner wall of the drinking tray (2).

2. The pet water fountain according to claim 1, characterized in that, The angle between the water jet ejected from the outlet (11) and the side wall at the point where the water jet lands is no greater than 60°.

3. The pet water fountain according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a water pump (3), a filter assembly (4), and a purified water storage tank (5); Along the direction of water flow, the purified water storage tank (5), the filter element assembly (4) and the water pump (3) are arranged in sequence, and the water outlet of the water pump (3) is connected to the water outlet (11).

4. The pet water fountain according to claim 3, characterized in that, It also includes a circulation pump (6) for driving the water circulation in the drinking tray (2); The circulation pump (6) is directly opposite the drain hole (22), and part of the circulation pump (6) enters the drinking tray (2).

5. The pet water dispenser according to claim 3, characterized in that, The water pump (3) and the filter element assembly (4) are both mounted on the base (1).

6. The pet water fountain according to claim 1, characterized in that, The base (1) has a support platform (101) and a vertical support (102); the vertical support (102) has a protrusion (103) protruding toward the drinking tray (2), and the water outlet (11) is disposed on the protrusion (103); A sewage collection tank (7) is installed on the support platform (101), and the drinking water tray (2) is installed on the sewage collection tank (7).

7. The pet water fountain according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a drain valve device (8); The drain valve device (8) is installed on one side of the bottom of the drinking tray (2), and includes a plug head (81), a connecting rod (82) and an elastic element (83) for sealing the drain hole (22); The connecting rod (82) is rotatably connected to the drinking tray (2) via a rotating shaft, and the connecting rod (82) is fixedly connected to the sealing head (81); the elastic element (83) is installed on the rotating shaft and causes the connecting rod (82) to have a tendency to rotate toward the drain hole (22).

8. The pet water fountain according to claim 2, characterized in that, The angle between the water jet ejected from the outlet (11) and the side wall at the point where the water jet lands is between 20° and 50°.

9. The pet water fountain according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inner wall of the drinking tray (2) is smoothly transitioned, and the drain hole (22) is connected to the lowest point of the drinking trough (21) of the drinking tray (2).

10. The pet water fountain according to claim 9, characterized in that, The inner wall surface of the drinking trough (21) is provided with an anti-stick coating.

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