A pet water fountain

Abstract

This utility model discloses a pet water fountain, including a body with a water cavity and a drinking tray. The drinking tray covers the top of the water cavity and has a drinking spout that communicates with the water cavity. A heating assembly includes a mounting base, a heating bracket, a heating wire, and a temperature sensor. The mounting base has a mounting cavity with a first electrical connector inside. The heating bracket has a through-hole and a second electrical connector at its top. The heating bracket is connected to the mounting base so that the second electrical connector is electrically connected to the first electrical connector. One end of the heating wire passes through the through-hole and is electrically connected to the second electrical connector; the other end of the heating wire is led out through the through-hole and wound around the outer wall of the heating bracket. This utility model uses the insertion of the heating bracket into the water cavity, allowing the heating wire to heat the water in the cavity, reducing the need for a sealed structure. The temperature sensor inside the heating bracket detects the temperature.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of pet supplies technology, and in particular to a pet water dispenser. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, some pet water fountains use a heating plate inside the machine to achieve the heating function. This means that the heating plate directly contacts the water storage area and uses heat conduction to transfer heat to the water, thereby raising the water temperature.

[0003] In related technologies, since the heating plate is usually located at the bottom of the water chamber inside the machine, the heating element is in direct contact with the water in the water chamber. Strict sealing is required at the connection between the heating plate and the machine to prevent water from leaking into the circuit part of the heating plate. However, after long-term use, the seals are prone to aging and deformation due to factors such as water temperature changes and water immersion, leading to seal failure. This not only affects heating efficiency but may also cause leakage risk, posing a threat to the safety of pets and users. Utility Model Content

[0004] In order to overcome at least one of the defects of the prior art, the present invention provides a pet water fountain in which a heating bracket is inserted into the water cavity, the heating wire of the heating bracket can heat the water in the water cavity, reducing the use of the sealing structure, and the temperature detection element inside the heating bracket performs temperature detection.

[0005] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve its problem is:

[0006] A pet water fountain, comprising,

[0007] The machine body is provided with a water cavity and a drinking tray. The drinking tray covers the top of the water cavity and has a drinking spout that is connected to the water cavity.

[0008] A heating assembly includes a mounting base and a heating bracket. The mounting base is mounted on the body. The heating bracket has a heating structure. The mounting base has a mounting cavity, and a first electrical connector is disposed within the mounting cavity. A second electrical connector is disposed at the top of the heating bracket. The top of the heating bracket is connected to the mounting base and extends into the water cavity. The second electrical connector is electrically connected to the first electrical connector via an insertion. The heating structure is electrically connected to the second electrical connector.

[0009] As an optional implementation, the heating bracket is provided with a through cavity, a heating wire, and a temperature detection element. The temperature detection element passes through the through cavity, and the detection probe of the temperature detection element extends from the bottom end of the through cavity. One end of the heating wire passes through the through cavity and is electrically connected to the second electrical connector. The other end of the heating wire is led out through the through cavity and wound around the outer peripheral wall of the heating bracket. The heating structure includes the heating wire.

[0010] As an optional implementation, the outer wall of the heating bracket is provided with a through-hole and a limiting piece. The limiting piece protrudes from the outer peripheral wall of the heating bracket, the through-hole communicates with the through-hole, and the heating wire is led out through the through-hole and wound around the bottom of the limiting piece.

[0011] As an optional implementation, the bottom end of the heating bracket is provided with a positioning buckle, which is used to lock the end of the heating wire.

[0012] As an optional implementation, the bottom end of the mounting base is provided with a positioning sleeve, and the top end of the heating bracket is inserted into the positioning sleeve; the first electrical connector is disposed inside the positioning sleeve.

[0013] As an optional implementation, the inner peripheral wall of the positioning sleeve is provided with a plurality of positioning ribs.

[0014] As an optional implementation, the drinking tray is provided with an installation port, and the top of the mounting base is provided with a support bracket in the circumferential direction; the mounting base passes through the installation port, and the support bracket abuts against the peripheral wall of the installation port.

[0015] As an optional implementation, the outer wall of the mounting base is provided with a snap fastener.

[0016] As an optional implementation, the support bracket is detachably covered with a cover plate.

[0017] As an optional implementation, the bottom end of the drinking spout is connected to a water pipe.

[0018] In summary, this utility model has the following technical effects:

[0019] Since the heating structure is mounted on the heating bracket, the heating mechanism of the heating bracket is connected to the working circuit through the second wire connector and the first electrical connector. When the heating bracket is inserted into the water cavity, it can heat the water in the water cavity. During the heating process, the heating structure is directly inserted into the water cavity through the heating bracket. The working circuit of the heating structure is integrated in the mounting cavity of the mounting base and is located at the top of the machine body. The water is stored in the water cavity and isolated from the mounting base. There is no need to set up a separate sealing structure, which reduces the possibility of short circuits caused by water entering the mounting cavity. Attached Figure Description

[0020] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the embodiments 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.

[0021] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of the pet water dispenser of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of the pet water dispenser of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the pet water dispenser of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the heating component of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the mounting base of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the mounting base of this utility model from another perspective.

[0027] The meanings of the reference numerals in the attached drawings are as follows: 10. Body; 11. Drinking tray; 12. Drinking port; 13. Water cavity; 14. Water guide pipe; 15. Installation port; 21. Mounting base; 211. Support bracket; 212. Cover plate; 213. Installation cavity; 214. Positioning sleeve; 2141. Positioning rib; 215. Buckle; 22. Heating bracket; 221. Through cavity; 222. Limiting step; 223. Positioning buckle; 23. Heating wire; 231. One end of the heating wire; 232. The other end of the heating wire; 24. Temperature detection element; 25. First electrical connector; 26. Second electrical connector. Detailed Implementation

[0028] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0029] In this invention, the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "front," "rear," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "middle," "vertical," "horizontal," "lateral," and "longitudinal" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. These terms are primarily for the purpose of better describing this invention and its embodiments, and are not intended to limit the indicated device, element, or component to having a specific orientation, or to be constructed and operated in a specific orientation.

[0030] Furthermore, in addition to indicating direction or positional relationship, some of the aforementioned terms may also have other meanings. For example, the term "above" may also be used in some cases to indicate a certain dependency or connection relationship. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of these terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0031] Furthermore, the terms "installation," "setup," "equipped with," "connection," and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral structure; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or an internal connection between two devices, components, or parts. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of these terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0032] Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," etc., are primarily used to distinguish different devices, components, or parts (which may be the same or different in specific type and construction), and are not intended to indicate or imply the relative importance or quantity of the indicated devices, components, or parts. Unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0033] The technical solution of this utility model will be further described below with reference to the embodiments and accompanying drawings.

[0034] See Figures 1-6 This utility model discloses a pet water fountain, including a body 10 and a heating component. A water cavity 13 and a drinking tray 11 are provided inside the body 10. The drinking tray 11 is sealed over the top opening of the water cavity 13, and a drinking spout 12 is provided on the drinking tray 11. The drinking spout 12 is connected to the water cavity 13.

[0035] Specifically, the heating assembly includes a mounting base 21 and a heating bracket 22. The mounting base 21 is mounted on the body 10. The heating bracket 22 is provided with a heating structure, and the mounting base 21 is provided with a mounting cavity 213. A first electrical connector 25 is provided in the mounting cavity 213. In addition, a second electrical connector 26 is provided at the top of the heating bracket 22. The top of the heating bracket 22 is connected to the mounting base 21 and extends into the water cavity 13. The second electrical connector 26 is inserted and electrically connected to the first electrical connector 25, and the heating structure is electrically connected to the second electrical connector 26.

[0036] Based on the above structure, when assembling the heating component, the top of the heating bracket 22 can be inserted into the first electrical connector 25 of the mounting base 21 through the second electrical connector 26. The working circuit of the heating structure can be set in the mounting cavity 213, and the first electrical connector 25 is electrically connected to the working circuit in the mounting cavity 213. In this way, after the heating bracket 22 is inserted into the first electrical connector 25 of the mounting base 21 through the second electrical connector 26, the working circuit of the heating structure can be turned on, and the working circuit of the pet water fountain can be started. The water in the water cavity 13 can be discharged through the drinking port 12 of the drinking tray 11 for the pet to drink.

[0037] Since the heating structure is mounted on the heating bracket 22, the heating mechanism of the heating bracket 22 is connected to the working circuit through the second wire connector and the first electrical connector 25. The heating bracket 22 can heat the water in the water cavity 13 when it is inserted into the water cavity 13. During the heating process, the heating structure is directly inserted into the water cavity 13 through the heating bracket 22. The working circuit of the heating structure is integrated in the mounting cavity 213 of the mounting base 21 and is located at the top of the body 10. The water is stored in the water cavity 13 and isolated from the mounting base 21. There is no need to set up a separate sealing structure, which reduces the possibility of short circuits caused by water entering the mounting cavity 213.

[0038] It should be noted that the first electrical connector 25 and the second electrical connector 26 mentioned above can be TPC connectors in the prior art, and can be male connectors and female connectors respectively, or can be connectors such as plugs and sockets.

[0039] As an optional implementation, the heating bracket 22 is provided with a through-hole 221, a heating wire 23, and a temperature detection element 24. The temperature detection element 24 is inserted into the through-hole 221, and the detection probe of the temperature detection element 24 extends from the bottom end of the through-hole 221. One end 231 of the heating wire is inserted into the through-hole 221 and electrically connected to the second electrical connector 26, while the other end 232 of the heating wire is led out through the through-hole 221 and wound around the outer peripheral wall of the heating bracket 22; the heating structure includes the heating wire 23.

[0040] Based on this structure, after the heating bracket 22 is connected to the mounting base 21, the second electrical connector 26 of the heating bracket 22 is connected to the first electrical connector 25 of the mounting cavity 213. The working circuits of the heating wire 23 on the heating bracket 22 and the temperature detection element 24 are both connected. In this way, the heating wire 23 on the heating bracket 22 heats the water in the water cavity 13. At the same time, the detection probe of the temperature detection element 24 extending through the through cavity 221 can detect the heating temperature of the water in the water cavity 13. After the water temperature reaches a certain temperature, the operation of the heating wire 23 can be stopped. In this way, the water temperature in the water cavity 13 can be heated to a suitable water temperature for pets to drink, thus realizing water temperature control.

[0041] Since the temperature detection element 24 is located inside the through cavity 221 inside the heating bracket 22, while the heating wire 23 is located outside the heating bracket 22, the temperature detection element 24 and the heating wire 23 can be separated into inner and outer settings. The heating wire 23 heats the water in the water cavity 13 from the outside, and the detection probe of the temperature detection element 24 directly detects the water temperature from below, preventing the detection probe from being affected by the heating temperature of the heating wire 23 itself, and directly detecting the water temperature, making the water temperature control more accurate.

[0042] Of course, the working circuit of the temperature sensing element 24 can be integrated into the second electrical connector 26, or it can be guided by a separate lead to the mounting cavity 213 and connected to the working circuit of the mounting cavity 213.

[0043] As an optional implementation, the outer wall of the heating bracket 22 is provided with an outlet and a limiting piece. The limiting piece protrudes from the outer peripheral wall of the heating bracket 22. The outlet communicates with the through cavity 221. The heating wire 23 is led out through the outlet and wound around the lower part of the limiting piece. Thus, one end 231 of the heating wire is guided to the outside of the through cavity 221 through the outlet and wound around the lower part of the limiting piece. The winding position of the heating wire 23 is limited by the limiting piece, which restricts the winding position of the heating wire 23 to the bottom end of the heating bracket 22. The heating structure is concentrated at the bottom end of the heating bracket 22. After the heating bracket 22 extends into the water cavity 13, it can concentrate on heating the water, resulting in higher heating efficiency.

[0044] More specifically, a positioning buckle 223 can be provided at the bottom of the heating bracket 22. One end 231 of the heating wire is led out through the through-hole and wound from top to bottom below the limiting piece. The end of the wound heating wire 23 can be threaded through the positioning buckle 223 and the positioning buckle 223 is used to lock the end of the heating wire 23. In this way, the part of the heating wire 23 wound at the bottom of the heating bracket 22 can be restricted and positioned by the limiting piece and the positioning buckle 223, and the winding structure of the heating wire 23 is more stable.

[0045] Of course, in addition to using heating wire 23 for heating, heating tubes or heating resistors can also be used for the heating structure. These can also generate heat after being powered on, and in all cases, the heating bracket 22 is inserted into the water cavity 13 to heat the water, eliminating the need for a separate sealing structure in the heating structure. Furthermore, the heating bracket can also be made of heat-insulating materials (such as ceramic materials), which can better prevent the heating temperature of the heating wire from affecting the temperature detection of the temperature sensing element.

[0046] As an optional implementation, the bottom end of the mounting base 21 is provided with a positioning sleeve 214, and the top end of the heating bracket 22 is inserted into the positioning sleeve 214; the first electrical connector 25 is disposed inside the positioning sleeve 214.

[0047] Since the heating structure working circuit of the heating bracket 22 is realized by the insertion and cooperation of the second electrical connector 26 and the first electrical connector 25 on the mounting base 21, if the heating bracket 22 shakes during use, it is easy for the second electrical connector 26 and the first electrical connector 25 to become loose, resulting in instability of the heating structure working circuit. Therefore, in this application, when assembling the heating bracket 22 and the mounting base 21, the top end of the heating bracket 22 can be inserted into the positioning sleeve 214. In this way, the positioning sleeve 214 and the heating bracket 22 are inserted and cooperated, and the positioning sleeve 214 can limit the circumferential position of the top end of the heating bracket 22, reducing the shaking of the heating bracket 22 during use.

[0048] More specifically, multiple positioning ribs 2141 can be provided on the inner peripheral wall of the positioning sleeve 214. After the heating bracket 22 is assembled into the positioning sleeve 214, the multiple positioning ribs 2141 can abut against the outer peripheral wall of the heating bracket 22, so that the assembly structure of the heating bracket 22 is more stable.

[0049] As an optional implementation, to facilitate the assembly of the mounting base 21, an installation port 15 for assembling the mounting base 21 can be provided on the drinking tray 11 encapsulated in the mounting cavity 213. A support bracket 211 is provided circumferentially at the top of the mounting base 21. When assembling the mounting base 21, the mounting base 21 is inserted through the installation port 15. The mounting base 21 is inserted through the installation port 15 and extends into the water cavity 13. Then, the support bracket 211 is used to support the periphery of the installation port 15. In this way, the mounting base 21 is hung on the body 10 through the support bracket 211.

[0050] Specifically, the heating bracket 22 of the heating component can be assembled to the bottom of the mounting base 21 outside the body 10. In this way, the second electrical connector 26 of the heating bracket 22 and the first electrical connector 25 of the mounting base 21 can be inserted into each other outside the body 10. After assembly, the mounting base 21 is inserted into the body 10 through the mounting port 15. The heating bracket 22 connected to the bottom of the mounting base 21 can then extend into the water chamber 13, making assembly convenient.

[0051] After the heating element has been used for a period of time, scale may be generated on the heating bracket 22. In this case, the support bracket 211 can be removed from the body 10, and the mounting base 21 and the heating element assembled with the mounting base 21 can be removed from the water chamber 13 for easy maintenance.

[0052] Of course, since the installation port 15 is located on the water dispenser 11, the heating component can also be removed directly from the body 10 when the water dispenser 11 is separated from the body 10.

[0053] In some other implementation structures, an installation port 15 and a water filling opening can be provided at the top of the body 10, and the water drinking tray 11 can be covered to the water filling opening. The installation port 15 is located on the side of the water drinking tray 11. After the mounting base 21 is assembled to the installation port 15, the support bracket 211 can be abutted against the end face of the body 10.

[0054] As an optional implementation, the outer wall of the mounting base 21 is provided with a buckle 215. When the mounting base 21 is assembled with the body 10, the mounting base 21 can be inserted into the body 10 through the mounting port 15. The support bracket 211 can abut against the end face of the water dispenser 11 of the body 10 after the mounting base 21 is inserted, preventing the mounting base 21 from continuing to descend. Since the outer wall of the mounting base 21 is provided with a buckle 215, the buckle 215 can engage with the inner wall of the mounting port 15 after the mounting base 21 is inserted into the mounting port 15, limiting it from below. In this way, the assembly of the mounting base 21 can be limited from above and below by the support bracket 211 and the buckle 215, making the assembly structure more stable.

[0055] Of course, a latch can be provided on the side wall of the mounting port 15, so that after the mounting base 21 is inserted into the mounting port 15, the latch 215 will engage and limit its position. Alternatively, after the mounting base 21 is inserted into the mounting port 15, the latch 215 can slide along the side wall of the mounting port 15 to the bottom end of the mounting port 15, where it abuts against the bottom surface of the mounting port 15 and is vertically limited by the support bracket 211 above.

[0056] As an optional implementation, the support bracket 211 is detachably covered with a cover plate 212, which can cover the mounting cavity 213 of the mounting base 21. Since a circuit board is provided in the mounting cavity 213 of the mounting base 21, the heating structure and the working circuit and switching circuit of the temperature detection element 24 can be integrated on the circuit board. Based on the structure of the heating structure using the heating wire 23, the working circuit of the heating wire 23 is integrated on the circuit board. After the second electrical connector 26 is inserted and connected to the first electrical connector 25, the circuit can be connected, and the switch can control the switching of the heating wire 23.

[0057] Of course, since a cover plate 212 is provided on the mounting cavity 213, the cover plate 212 can conceal the internal working circuits, circuit boards, etc., and the cover plate 212 can be detachably connected to the support bracket 211. Therefore, the internal working circuits can be inspected and maintained by opening the cover plate 212. The detachable connection between the cover plate and the support bracket can be achieved by snap-fit ​​or by insert fitting.

[0058] As an optional implementation, the bottom end of the drinking spout 12 is connected to a water guide pipe 14. A water pump can be installed in the water chamber 13 to connect the water guide pipe 14 to the water pump. When drinking, the water pump starts and draws water from the water chamber 13 into the water guide pipe 14. The water guide pipe 14 can guide the water flow to the drinking spout 12, and the pet can drink directly through the drinking spout 12. The water dish 11 can collect the water flow from the drinking spout 12. When the water pump is not running, the water flow from the water dish 11 can flow back through the drinking spout 12.

[0059] The technical means disclosed in this utility model are not limited to those disclosed in the above embodiments, but also include technical solutions composed of any combination of the above technical features. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various improvements and modifications without departing from the principle of this utility model, and these improvements and modifications are also considered within the scope of protection of this utility model.

Claims

1. A pet water fountain, characterized in that, include, The machine body is provided with a water cavity and a drinking tray. The drinking tray covers the top of the water cavity and has a drinking spout that is connected to the water cavity. A heating assembly includes a mounting base and a heating bracket. The mounting base is mounted on the body. The heating bracket has a heating structure. The mounting base has a mounting cavity, and a first electrical connector is disposed within the mounting cavity. A second electrical connector is disposed at the top of the heating bracket. The top of the heating bracket is connected to the mounting base and extends into the water cavity. The second electrical connector is electrically connected to the first electrical connector via an insertion. The heating structure is electrically connected to the second electrical connector.

2. The pet water fountain according to claim 1, characterized in that, The heating bracket is provided with a through cavity, a heating wire, and a temperature detection element. The temperature detection element is inserted into the through cavity, and the detection probe of the temperature detection element extends out from the bottom end of the through cavity. One end of the heating wire is inserted into the through cavity and electrically connected to the second electrical connector. The other end of the heating wire is led out through the through cavity and wound around the outer peripheral wall of the heating bracket. The heating structure includes the heating wire.

3. The pet water dispenser according to claim 2, characterized in that, The outer wall of the heating bracket is provided with an outlet and a limiting piece. The limiting piece protrudes from the outer peripheral wall of the heating bracket. The outlet communicates with the through cavity. The heating wire is led out through the outlet and wound around the bottom of the limiting piece.

4. The pet water fountain according to claim 3, characterized in that, The bottom of the heating bracket is provided with a positioning buckle, which is used to lock the end of the heating wire.

5. The pet water fountain according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom of the mounting base is provided with a positioning sleeve, and the top of the heating bracket is inserted into the positioning sleeve; the first electrical connector is disposed inside the positioning sleeve.

6. The pet water fountain according to claim 5, characterized in that, The inner circumferential wall of the positioning sleeve is provided with multiple positioning ribs.

7. The pet water fountain according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, The drinking tray is provided with an installation port, and the top of the mounting base is provided with a support bracket; the mounting base passes through the installation port, and the support bracket abuts against the peripheral wall of the installation port.

8. The pet water fountain according to claim 7, characterized in that, The outer wall of the mounting base is provided with a buckle.

9. The pet water fountain according to claim 7, characterized in that, The support bracket is covered with a cover plate in a removable manner.

10. The pet water fountain according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, A water pipe is connected to the bottom of the drinking water inlet.

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